Definition of De Certiorando | OpenJurist

Definitions from Black's Law Dictionary: 2nd Edition and Ballentine's Law Dictionary as are available for each term in each dictionary.

De certiorando

Ballentine's Law Dictionary

Definition:
A writ to compel the sheriff to give a certificate.
De Certiorando

Black's Law Dictionary: 2nd Edition

Definition:
A writ for certifying. A writ directed to the sheriff, requiring him to certify to a particular fact. Reg. Orig. 24.