Legal Definitions - livery

Definition: Livery refers to various meanings:

1. The act of delivering the possession of real property.
2. A historical writ used by an heir to obtain seisin of their lands from the king upon reaching the age of majority.
3. The boarding and care of horses for a fee.
4. A business that rents vehicles.

Examples:

• When the landlord gave the keys to the new tenant, it was considered livery of the property.
• In medieval times, a young heir would use a livery writ to claim their lands from the king.
• The equestrian center offered livery services for horse owners who needed a place to board and care for their animals.
• The livery company rented out luxury cars for special events like weddings and proms.

The examples illustrate the different meanings of livery. The first example shows livery as the delivery of real property. The second example shows livery as a historical writ. The third example shows livery as a service for horse owners. The fourth example shows livery as a business that rents vehicles.