Security Warrant
/ˈsɪkjʊrɪti ˈwɒrənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A warrant authorizing the search, seizure, or arrest in connection with securities or collateral in financial or legal contexts.
The court issued a security warrant to seize the debtor's pledged assets.
- (n.) A warrant that guarantees or secures the fulfillment of an obligation or debt, often by granting a security interest in property.
The lender required a security warrant to ensure repayment of the loan.
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Commentary
Security warrants may differ contextually between criminal procedure (authorizing seizures) and commercial law (securing obligations); clarity in drafting depends on the specific legal context.
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