Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
writ-of-right
Noun
/ˌrɪt əv ˈraɪt/
Definition
A legal term referring to a type of writ that is used to restore possession of land to someone who is entitled to it.
Examples
- The land dispute was resolved when the claimant filed a writ-of-right to reclaim his family’s estate.
- In medieval times, individuals often relied on a writ-of-right to settle property conflicts.
Meaning
Historically, a writ-of-right was a formal legal document used in the feudal system to assert an individual’s legitimate claim to property.
Synonyms
- Writ of possession
- Legal claim
- Restitution order
