answersLogoWhite

0

It refers to the legal ability of the government to forcibly take something and use it for public good. The owner is paid for his/her loss, but has no choice in the matter. This is done primarily for infrastructure, when a road or highway is being made, but there is private property in the what which cannot be bought. Eminent Domain has been abused in some ways as well, however. For example, private property has been taken for the construction of a shopping mall, because "the mall will help the public." When an enterprise will directly profit from the seizure of something like land, it does not qualify as Eminent Domain.

User Avatar

Wiki User

10y ago

What else can I help you with?

Continue Learning about Law

How would you use private domain in a sentence?

The forest is part of the king's private domain.


What is a sentence using the term eminent domain?

"The city used eminent domain to take over my grandfather's farm and use it as a watershed area.""The state acquired the property for the freeway under the principle of eminent domain."* Eminent Domain is the power of the State to take over private property for a public use with payment of compensation to owner. The Supreme Court held in Kelo vs. City of New London that re-developing an area with a shopping mall could be considered a "public use." Eminent Domain is very broadly intrepreted in favor of the State.


When you maintain a property that is not yours for more than 7 years is it eminent domain?

Yes. No. I think you're referring to imminent domain, the right of the state to obtain private property for public use. Depending on the state in which the property is located, you should investigate homesteading laws which govern the ownership of unclaimed land.


How does one chose a domain name for a lawyer?

When choosing a domain name for a lawyer, consider using the lawyer's name or the law firm's name to establish credibility and personal branding. Ensure the domain name is easy to spell, remember, and reflects the legal services offered. Avoid using complex or ambiguous terms that may confuse potential clients.


What is imminent domain?

Eminent domain is the government's power to take private property for public use, with compensation to the owner. This power is typically exercised for projects like building roads, schools, or parks. Owners must be fairly compensated, but they do not have the right to refuse the government's offer to purchase the property.