A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Recognizance
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An obligation of record entered into before some
court of record or magistrate duly authorized, with condition to do
some particular act, as to appear at the same or some other court, to
keep the peace, or pay a debt. A recognizance differs from a bond,
being witnessed by the record only, and not by the partys seal.
Recognizance meaning & definition 1 of Recognizance.
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a promise made by someone in a court of law, especially a promise to return to the court at a later date. If they break their promise, they have to pay money to the court:
Recognizance meaning & definition 2 of Recognizance.
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A bond by which a person undertakes before a court or magistrate to observe some condition, especially to appear when summoned.
Recognizance meaning & definition 3 of Recognizance.
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