retention

retention. Scots law. A possessor’s right to keep a movable until the possessor’s claim against the movable or its owner is satisfied; a lien.

— Also termed right of retention.

general retention. Scots law. A possessor’s right to keep all property owned by a debtor as security for the debt.

special retention. Scots law. A possessor’s right to keep property owned by another until reimbursed for expenditures on the property for its repair or for its care and maintenance.

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法律翻译William，毕业于法国一流的高级翻译学院，擅长翻译有关农业和食品领域的法律文件。