The Dictionary of Internal Security

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English  
impoundment - noun MP3
 
Definitions  
Def: taking official possession of something by policemen, custom officers or other officials because a law or rule has been broken
Example: Impoundment of a vehicle is valid when a police officer removes vehicles from roads or highways that may present a safety hazard or removes vehicles that are abandoned.
 
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Word family  
  • impound
  • impounded
 
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