Definition of DISTRAIN in Black's Law Dictionary 4th Edition – Legal dictionary – Glossary of legal terms.
Definition of DISTRAIN
To take as a pledge property of another and keep it until he performs his obligation or until the property is replevied by the sheriff. It was used to secure an appearance in court, payment of rent, performance of services, etc. 3 Bl. Comm. 231; Also, any detention of personal property, whether lawful or unlawful, for any purpose. Wolfe v. Montgomery, 41 S.D. 267, 170 N.W. 158.
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