Covenant In Law
Defined in 2 dictionaries — Black's (1891), Burrill (1850)
A Dictionary of Law
Henry Campbell Black · 1891
A covenant implied by law from certain words in a deed
A New Law Dictionary and Glossary
Alexander M. Burrill · 1850
or Implied covenant. A covenant implied by law from certain words in a deed which do not express it. 1 Archb. Nisi Prius, 250. Thus, from the words concessi (have granted) or demisi (have demised) in a lease, a covenant for quiet enjoyment may be implied. Spencer's case; 5 Co. 16. Shep. Touch. 160. Termes de la ley. 1 Man. & Gr. 195. 1 Steph. Com. 455, note (q). So, from the word grant in an assignment, the like covenant may be implied. Carth. 98. 9 Ad. & El. 532. For the American law, see 2 Hilliard's Real Prop. 365 — 367.