peremptory writ

peremptory writ definition - legal

n

Archaic

A common law document directing the sheriff to assure the defendantÂ’s appearance in court, as long as the plaintiff has presented the former with security for the prosecution. In current practice, the peremptory writ has been replaced by the summons.

Webster's New World Law Dictionary Copyright © 2006 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Hoboken, New Jersey.
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