Bona fide purchaser
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-000760
An individual who buys property for value, in good faith, and without notice of any adverse claim, defect in title, or competing interest. Such a purchaser typically acquires good title to the property, even if the seller's title was voidable. This legal principle protects innocent buyers in commercial transactions.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-000760 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
| Abbreviation | BFP |
Record as JSON
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