Habitation
/ˌhæbɪˈteɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal right or act of dwelling in or occupying a place as a home or residence.
The tenant claimed habitation rights under the lease agreement.
- (n.) A dwelling place or residence; a place where someone lives, often referenced in property law and criminal law contexts.
The defendant was charged with unlawful entry into another's habitation.
Forms
- habitations
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Commentary
Often used in statutes to define the scope of protected living spaces; the term's legal significance centers on the presence or use of a location as a home rather than mere occupancy.
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