The possessor may refuse to surrender the thing until they have been satisfied by reimbursement of their outlays. The possessor is not entitled to the right of retention if they obtained the thing by an intentionally committed tort.
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Book 3 · Law of property › Title 4 · Claims arising from ownership › Section 1000
Right of retention of the possessor
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