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Rev. St. U. 8S. § 4893 (U. S. Comp. St

Categories: Property

Definition (1910 Edition)

1901, p. ).—Examination of title. An investigation made by or for a person who intends to purchase real estate, in the offices where the public records are kept, to ascertain the history and present condition of the title to such land, and its status with reference to liens, incumbrances, clouds, etc.—Examination of wifo. See PRIVATE EXAMINATION, infra.—Exe amination pro interesse sno. When a person claims to be entitled to an estate or other roperty sequestered, whether by mortgage, dgment, lease, or otherwise, or has a title paramount to the sequestration, he should-apply
Source: Black's Law Dictionary, 2nd Edition (1910) — Public Domain. UK commentary and modern updates are original additions. This entry is for educational reference only and does not constitute legal advice.