forcible entry
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forcible entries
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“They have the same basic elements, that is the use of legal force by the state, the forcible entry, the hostile action and the surprise nature of it, and the search for illegality,” he said.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 10, 2022
Illinois cases on landlord and tenant and forcible entry and detainer.
From U.S. Copyright Renewals, 1963 January - June by Library of Congress. Copyright Office
If undue force is used, the landlord would be liable to an action for forcible entry and detainer.
From The Government Class Book Designed for the Instruction of Youth in the Principles of Constitutional Government and the Rights and Duties of Citizens. by Andrew W. Young
"Then I will make forcible entry," said Sir Thomas, "and those who oppose me must be content with the mishaps that attend such procedure."
From William Shakespeare as he lived. An Historical Tale by Henry Curling
Coffin were then arrested by the Sergeant-at-arms, after forcible entry effected at their respective domiciles, and were kept confined in the common gaol until the close of the session.
From Toronto of Old by Henry Scadding
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