Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-rem
Legal Term
/ˌɪnˈrɛm/
Definition
In-rem refers to a type of legal action directed toward a thing or property, rather than toward a person.
Examples
- The court’s decision was rendered in-rem, focusing on the ownership of the property.
- In-rem jurisdiction allows a court to make decisions regarding property located within its territory.
Meaning
The term is often used in the context of courts and legal proceedings where the rights and duties regarding the property itself are addressed.
Synonyms
- Property action
- Action against a thing
