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Mittimus

Legal definition for Indian law research

Definition

Mittimus (we send), a writ for removing and transferring records from one court to another. Also a precept or command in writing, directed to the gaoler or keeper of some prison for the receiving and safe keeping of an offender charged with any crime, until he be delivered by due course of law.

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