Actual Occupation
/ˈæk.tʃu.əl ˌɒk.jʊˈpeɪ.ʃən/
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- (n.) A factual possession or physical presence on land or property, recognized in law distinct from mere intention or legal title.
The court found her actual occupation of the property sufficient to grant equitable rights.
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In property law, 'actual occupation' establishes a tangible connection to land, often crucial for overriding interests under land registration statutes.
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