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Bona fide

A Latin term meaning "good faith".  This refers to an individual's position under the law that is based in good faith without notice of fraud with regards to a particular transaction or with regards to the authenticity of a particular document.

Definition from Nolo’s Plain-English Law Dictionary

Latin for "good faith," it signifies the "real thing" and the lack of deceit. In the case of a party claiming title as bona fide purchaser or holder, it indicates lack of knowledge of any defect in title.

Definition provided by Nolo’s Plain-English Law Dictionary.

August 19, 2010, 5:11 pm