Virginia § 55.1-353 - Effect of word "covenants."
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§ 55.1-353. Effect of word "covenants."
When a deed uses the words "the said ________ covenants," such covenant shall have the same effect as if it were expressed to be by the covenantor, for himself and his heirs, personal representatives, and assigns and shall be deemed to be with the covenantee and his heirs, personal representatives, and assigns.
Code 1919, § 5170; Code 1950, § 55-67; 2019, c. 712.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 55.1-353 ("Effect of word "covenants."") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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