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TeachMeFinance.com - explain Replevin replevin -- a legal action for the return of, or recovery of goods or chattels wrongfully taken or detained. another definition... Replevin -- A legal action for the recovery of property brought by the owner or party entitled to repossess the property against a party who has wrongfully kept it. historic definition... Replevin -- Replevin is a provisional remedy by which property claimed is taken, pending decision as to its ownership, into the custody of the law in order to prevent its being disposed of or secreted by the defendant. The plaintiff is re quired to give a bond to indemnify the defendant for any loss or damage sustained in case possession of the property is awarded to the defendant. About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial or legal advice. TeachMeFinance.com and its owner recommend consultation with a professional financial advisor prior to any investment or financial decision. Please read our disclaimer.