# Va. Code Ann. § 55.1-353: Effect of word "covenants."

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## Section

- **Citation:** Va. Code Ann. § 55.1-353
- **Heading:** Effect of word "covenants."
- **Jurisdiction:** Virginia
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Virginia Code / Title 55.1 / Subtitle I / Chapter 3 / Article 4 / Section 55.1-353

## Text

When a deed uses the words "the said ________ covenants," such covenant shall have the same effect as if it were expressed to be by the covenantor, for himself and his heirs, personal representatives, and assigns and shall be deemed to be with the covenantee and his heirs, personal representatives, and assigns.

Code 1919, § 5170; Code 1950, § 55-67; 2019, c. 712 .

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