DEFORCEMENT Meaning and
Definition
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Deforcement refers to the unlawful or forceful deprivation, interference, or obstruction of a person's lawful possession or enjoyment of their property or rights. It typically involves the use of physical force, intimidation, or unlawful actions to gain control over someone else's property or deny them their legal entitlements.
In legal terms, deforcement is considered a serious offense and may encompass various actions intended to unlawfully dispossess or obstruct an individual or entity. It can occur in a wide range of situations, such as trespassing onto another person's land, breaking into someone's home or business premises, forcibly removing someone from their property, or changing locks to prevent access, among various other acts. Deforcement can also involve attempts to hinder the lawful exercise of rights, such as obstructing the performance of official duties, interfering with legal processes, or preventing someone from carrying out their contractual obligations.
The term deforcement is often used within property and contract law systems, as well as in criminal law, to emphasize the unlawful nature of the actions involved. Those found guilty of deforcement may face legal repercussions, such as fines, imprisonment, or being ordered to restore the property or rights to their rightful owner. The seriousness of the offense may vary depending on the jurisdiction and the specific circumstances surrounding the act of deforcement.
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The holding of lands, &c., unlawfully; in Scot., the resisting of an officer of justice in enforcing the law.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for DEFORCEMENT
- seforcement
- xeforcement
- ceforcement
- feforcement
- reforcement
- eeforcement
- dwforcement
- dsforcement
- ddforcement
- drforcement
- d4forcement
- d3forcement
- dedorcement
- decorcement
- devorcement
- degorcement
- detorcement
- derorcement
- defircement
Etymology of DEFORCEMENT
The word "deforcement" originated from Middle English and has its roots in the French word "deforcement" which means "a withholding" or "keeping back".
The French word itself was derived from the Latin term "deforcementum" which is a noun form of the verb "deforciare", meaning "to withhold" or "to keep forcibly".
In legal contexts, "deforcement" refers to the act of unlawfully withholding or keeping someone out of their rightful possession or property.
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