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writ of assistance

–noun American History.
a writ issued by a superior colonial court authorizing officers of the British crown to summon aid and enter and search any premises.

Origin:
1700–10
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Main Entry: writ of assistance
see WRIT
Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Law, © 1996 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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