In Rem in United Kingdom

In rem in Legal Latin

Meaning of the latin term “In rem” from the University of Kent: ‘Against the thing’

1 Describing a right that should be respected by other people generally, such as ownership of property, as

distinct from a right in personam.

2 Describing a court action that is directed against an item of property, rather than against a person or group

of people. Actions in rem are a feature of the Admiralty Court.

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See Also

• Legal Latin Maxims
• Legal Latin Quotes
• Legal Latin Dictionary