Certificate of Title
/ˈsɜːrtɪfɪkət ʌv ˈtaɪtl/
Definitions
- (n.) An official document evidencing ownership of a property, typically real estate, issued by a government agency or authoritative registry.
He produced the certificate of title to prove ownership of the land.
- (n.) A document that records the status of ownership and encumbrances on a vehicle or other movable property.
Before buying the car, she checked the certificate of title for any liens.
Forms
- certificate of title
- certificates of title
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Commentary
Ensure clarity between real property and chattel contexts when drafting or interpreting to avoid confusion over the scope of the certificate's applicability.
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