Indefeasibility
/ɪnˌdiːfiˈzɪbɪləti/
Definitions
- (n.) The quality or state of a legal title or right that cannot be annulled, voided, or defeated.
The land registry grants indefeasibility to the registered owner, protecting their title from external claims.
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Commentary
Indefeasibility commonly arises in property law, particularly in relation to land titles registered under Torrens systems; drafters should clarify if exceptions apply, as some jurisdictions recognize limited grounds for challenging titles despite general indefeasibility.
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