"trespass to chattels" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} trespass to chattels (uncountable)
  1. (law) The tort of intentionally interfering with another person's lawful possession of a chattel (movable personal property). Wikipedia link: trespass to chattels Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Law
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