Cautioner – Damages for Oppressive and Illegal Execution of Diligence. –
An action of damages was raised by the respondent for oppressive and illegal execution of a caption against him for debt, brought against the cautioner of the messenger and another, who was accessory to these proceedings. Held the appellants liable in andpound;100 damages. Affirmed on appeal.
Citations:
[1759] UKHL 6 – Paton – 731
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Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Scotland
Updated: 18 June 2022; Ref: scu.558281