§ 44-6-140. When Equitable Partition Authorized
Equity has jurisdiction in cases of partition whenever the remedy at law is insufficient or peculiar circumstances render the proceeding in equity more suitable and just. History. Orig. Code 1863, § 3115; Code 1868, § 3127; Code 1873, § 3183; Code 1882, § 3183; Civil Code 1895, § 4783; Civil Code 1910, § 5355; Code […]
§ 44-6-141. Molding of Decree; Discretion of Court
In every case, the court will mold its decree to meet the general justice and equity of each cotenant and in its discretion may postpone or deny either a partition or a sale if it appears that the present or prospective interest of any cotenant may not be protected thereby. History. Orig. Code 1863, § […]
§ 44-6-142. Effect of Decree on Title
The decree on a proceeding for equitable partition shall pass the title without the execution of any conveyances by the parties. History. Orig. Code 1863, § 3116; Code 1868, § 3128; Code 1873, § 3184; Code 1882, § 3184; Civil Code 1895, § 4784; Civil Code 1910, § 5356; Code 1933, § 85-1503.