Legal Definition and Related Resources of Return Day
Meaning of Return Day
In respect of process it is the day on which it is to be returned by the sheriff . In respect to applications, the return day is the day on which it is set down for hearing . In respect of elections, it is day on which votes cast are counted and the result is officially declared.
Return Day Alternative Definition
A day appointed by law when all writs are to be returned which have issued since the preceding return day. The sheriff is, in general,. not required to return his writ until the return day. After that period he may be ruled to make a return.
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