action in rem

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Definition of action in rem in English English dictionary

Proceeding "against the thing" as compared to personal actions (in personam) Usually a proceeding where property is involved

A suit or legal proceeding directed against specific property For example, it may seek recovery of an automobile or to quiet the title to real estate

Hyphenation

ac·tion in rem

Turkish pronunciation

äkşın în rem

Pronunciation

/ˈaksʜən ən ˈrem/ /ˈækʃən ɪn ˈrɛm/