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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
A deed substantially following the form entitled “Warranty Deed” shall, when duly executed, have the force and effect of a deed in fee simple to the grantee and his or her heirs and assigns, to his or her and their own use, with covenants on the part of the grantor, for himself or herself and for his or her heirs, executors, and administrators, with the grantee and his or her heirs and assigns,
(1) That at the time of the delivery of such deed he or she is lawfully seised in fee simple of the granted premises,
(2) That the granted premises are then free from all incumbrances,
(3) That he or she has then good right, full power, and lawful authority to sell and convey the same to the grantee and his or her heirs and assigns,
(4) That the grantee and his or her heirs and assigns shall at all times after the delivery of such deed peaceably and quietly have and enjoy the granted premises, and
(5) That the grantor will, and his or her heirs, executors, and administrators shall, warrant and defend the granted premises to the grantee and his or her heirs and assigns forever against the lawful claims and demands of all persons.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Rhode Island General Laws Title 34. Property § 34-11-15. Effect of warranty deed - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ri/title-34-property/ri-gen-laws-sect-34-11-15/
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