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LPL4804 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 2 2024 - DUE 15 August 2024
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LPL4804 Assignment 1(COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 2 2024 - DUE 15
August 2024
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, LPL4804 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 2 2024 - DUE 15 August 2024
Question 1. 1.1. Peter is domiciled in Zimbabwean and
married to his Zimbabwean wife in Harare on the 1st of
December 2023. Will Peter be able to sign transfer
documents and in particular the power of attorney to
transfer? Explain. (5)
For Peter to sign transfer documents, including the power of attorney to transfer, the following
aspects need to be considered based on Zimbabwean law and standard legal procedures
regarding property transfers and powers of attorney:
1. Legal Capacity: Peter must have the legal capacity to sign such documents. This means
he must be of sound mind and over the age of 18. Since Peter is married, it’s assumed he
meets these criteria unless there are specific circumstances that would affect his legal
capacity.
2. Marital Status and Consent: In Zimbabwe, the marital regime under which Peter and
his wife are married can influence the transfer of property. If they are married in
community of property, his wife’s consent might be required to sign the power of
attorney to transfer property. If they are married out of community of property, Peter can
independently sign the transfer documents.
3. Domicile: Since Peter is domiciled in Zimbabwe, he is subject to Zimbabwean laws.
Being domiciled in Zimbabwe generally means that Peter intends to make Zimbabwe his
permanent home and is therefore subject to its jurisdiction and legal requirements.
4. Legal Formalities: The power of attorney must be executed in compliance with legal
formalities. This includes having the document properly witnessed and, if required,
notarized.
5. Property Ownership and Title Deeds: If Peter is the rightful owner of the property,
with clear title deeds, he has the right to transfer the property. The transfer documents
must be in order, reflecting the accurate details of the property and the parties involved.
Given these considerations, Peter should be able to sign the transfer documents and the
power of attorney to transfer if he:
Has legal capacity (is of sound mind and over 18 years old).
The marital regime does not restrict him from independently making property decisions
(or he has obtained the necessary consent from his spouse if required).
Complies with the necessary legal formalities.
Holds clear title deeds to the property in question.
Thus, assuming all legal requirements and formalities are met, Peter can sign the transfer
documents and the power of attorney to transfer.
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