Contract Law

Statute of Frauds

/ STACH-oot of frawdz /

Definition

A law requiring certain contracts to be in writing to be enforceable.

Used in Context

“The statute of frauds requires real estate contracts to be in writing.”

Etymology

◈ English: Statute of Frauds 1677

Learn a new legal term every day

Lex gives you one legal term daily with flashcards, quizzes, and essays — completely free.