Dwelling

Definition - Noun
: a structure where a person lives and esp. sleeps
see also burglary
Courts disagree as to how permanent or consistent the habitation of a structure must be in order for it to be considered a dwelling, but most courts agree that a dwelling includes its curtilage.



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lien creditor

a creditor who is secured by a lien (as by attachment)


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