Michigan Laws > Chapter 557 > Act 210 of 1927 – Termination of Tenancies by Entirety
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| § 557.101 | Tenancy by entirety; termination |
| § 557.102 | Act declaratory of common law |
Terms Used In Michigan Laws > Chapter 557 > Act 210 of 1927 - Termination of Tenancies by Entirety
- Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
- state: when applied to the different parts of the United States, shall be construed to extend to and include the District of Columbia and the several territories belonging to the United States; and the words "United States" shall be construed to include the district and territories. See Michigan Laws 8.3o
- Tenancy by the entirety: A type of joint tenancy between husband and wife that is recognized in some States. Neither party can sever the joint tenancy relationship; when a spouse dies, the survivor acquires full title to the property.