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RETURN OF WRITS

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practice. A short account in writing, made by the sheriff, or other ministerial officer, of the manner in which he has executed a writ. Steph. on Pl. 24. 2. It is the duty of such officer to return all writs on the return day; on his neglecting to do so, a rule may be obtained on him to return the writ and, if he do not obey the rule, he may be attached for contempt. … [Read more...]

RETURNABLE

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In practice. To be returned; requiring a return. When a writ is said to be "returnable" on a certain day, it is meant that on that day the officer must return it. … [Read more...]

RETURNED CHECK

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A dishonored check by a bank that is returned to the maker / account holder. … [Read more...]

RETURNING BOARD

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This is the official title in some of the states of the board of canvassers of elections. … [Read more...]

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