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DISTRINGERE

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In feudal and old English law. To distrain; to coerce or compel. Spelman; Calvin. … [Read more...] about DISTRINGERE

DIVERSO INTUITU

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Lat. With a different view, purpose, or design; in a different view or point of view; by a different course or process. 1 W. BL 89; 4 Kent Comm. 211, note. … [Read more...] about DIVERSO INTUITU

DISTURBANCE

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1. Any act causing annoyance, disquiet agitation, or derangement to another, or interrupting his peace, or interfering with him in the pursuit of a lawful and appropriate occupation. Richardson v. State, 5 Tex. App. 472; State v. Stuth, 11 Wash. 423, 39 Pac. 665; George v. George, 47 N. H. 33; Varney v. French, 19 N. H. 233. 2. A wrong done to an incorporeal hereditament by … [Read more...] about DISTURBANCE

DIVERSORIUM

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In old English law. A lodging or inn. Townsh. Pi. 38. … [Read more...] about DIVERSORIUM

DISTURBANCE OF THE PEACE

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Interruption of the peace quiet and good order of a neighborhood or community particularly by unnecessary anddistracting noises. … [Read more...] about DISTURBANCE OF THE PEACE

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