Jackson ex dem. Wadsworth v. Wendell, 12 Johns. 355

Per Curiam.

Several objections are stated as to the sufficiency of the instrument from Thomas to Wadsworth, to convey a title to the lot in question. It is unnecessary to take notice of any other than the one, that the instrument is without a seal. This alone is fatal to the plaintiff’s title, according to the decision of this court, in Jackson, ex dem. Gouch, v. Wood.^* It is expressly decided, in that case, that a conveyance of a freehold estate in fee, must be by deed or writing under seal.

Judgment for the defendant.

Notes

* Ante, 73.

Case Details

Case Name: Jackson ex dem. Wadsworth v. Wendell

Court Name: New York Supreme Court

Date Published: Oct 15, 1815

Citation: 12 Johns. 355

Court Abbreviation: N.Y. Sup. Ct.