'Parol arrest' definitions:
Definition of 'Parol arrest'
From: GCIDE
- Parol \Pa*rol"\, a. Given or done by word of mouth; oral; also, given by a writing not under seal; as, parol evidence. [1913 Webster]
- Parol arrest (Law), an arrest in pursuance of a verbal order from a magistrate.
- Parol contract (Law), any contract not of record or under seal, whether oral or written; a simple contract. --Chitty. Story. [1913 Webster]