Define: Cashlite

Cashlite is a term used synonymously with amercement, referring to a discretionary fine or penalty imposed by a court, particularly on an official for misconduct. It serves as a form of punishment for wrongdoing. For instance, if a sheriff neglects to return a writ of execution, they may incur an amercement. Cashlite is an archaic term for amercement.

Cashlite is an alternative term for amercement, denoting the imposition of a discretionary fine or penalty by a court, particularly targeting official misconduct. It can also refer to the actual fine or penalty imposed.

For instance:

• A police officer found guilty of employing excessive force may face an amercement.
• A government official caught accepting bribes may be compelled to pay an amercement.

These instances demonstrate how cashlite or amercement serves as a punitive measure for official misconduct. It allows the court to levy a fine or penalty that is discretionary and adaptable to the unique circumstances of each case.

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This glossary post was last updated: 28th April 2024.