Chapter 18: The Frontiers of Property

criminal law

The distinction between property and contract also plays a major role in ________.

concept of property

The ________ is central to American legal thinking.

Breach of contract

________ is never a crime.

different writs

Property, tort, and contract are all associated with ________ at common law.

leasehold

If a _________ is a property interest according to the common law, then attaching the leasehold generates jurisdiction over the lessor wherever he or she happens to be.

writ of trover

The ____________ presupposed a conversion of property.

embezzlement

Unlawfully keeping possession of a thing entrusted to you is ______________.