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Retraxit

Legal definition for Indian law research

Definition

Retraxit (he has withdrawn), a disused proceeding somewhat similar to a nolle prosequi, except that a retraxit was a bar to any future action for the same cause; whereas a nolle prosequi is not, unless made after judgment. See DISCONTINUANCE.

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