statute of frauds
Definition
Requirement that certain contracts (such as for sale of land, sale of goods exceeding a certain value, a debt guaranty) must be in writing and properly executed to prevent fraud and perjury. Otherwise such contracts cannot be enforced in the courts although they remain legal (are not rendered void).
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