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WRIT DE HOMINE RELEGIANDO

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practice. A writ which lies to replevy a man out of prison, or out of the custody of any private person, in the same manner in which cattle taken in distress may be replevied, upon giving security to the sheriff that the man shall be forthcoming to answer to any charge against him. 2. This writ is almost entirely superseded by the more effectual writ of habeas corpus. … [Read more...]

WRIT OF DEBT

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A writ which lies where the party claims the recovery, of a debt; e., a liquidated or certain sum ot money alleged to be due to him. … [Read more...]

WORSHIP

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(A) Eng. law. A title or addition given to certain persons. (B) The honor and homage rendered to the Creator. 2. In the United States, this is free, every one being at liberty to worship God according to the dictates of his conscience. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition The act of offering honor and adoration to the Divine Being. Religious exercises participated in … [Read more...]

WORTHIEST OF BLOOD

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All expression to designate that, in descent, the sons are to be preferred to daughters, which is the law of England. … [Read more...]

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