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What does the term conversion refer to in legal terms?

  1. The legal transfer of property ownership

  2. The unlawful assumption of ownership of someone else's property

  3. The arrangement of bond for financial security

  4. The act of suspending legal proceedings

The correct answer is: The unlawful assumption of ownership of someone else's property

In legal terms, conversion refers to the unlawful assumption of ownership of someone else's property. This concept arises mainly in tort law, where an individual wrongfully takes, uses, or retains possession of another person's property, effectively treating it as their own. To be classified as conversion, the act must deny the original owner their rights to control or possess the property. Understanding this term is essential because conversion can result in the property owner seeking compensation for the value of the property lost due to another's unauthorized use or control. This is a key aspect of property law and reflects a violation of the property rights of the victim. The other definitions, while relevant in different contexts, do not accurately capture what conversion is in the legal framework. For example, the legal transfer of property ownership describes a legitimate transaction rather than an unlawful act. The arrangement of bond for financial security relates to bail practices, while the act of suspending legal proceedings pertains to civil procedure, neither of which is related to the concept of conversion.