Claim of Right

Claim of Right refers to a legal principle where an individual believes they have a legitimate right to possess or use property, even if it actually belongs to someone else. In simple terms, if someone acts under the impression that they have a rightful claim to something—like land or goods—without intending to steal it, this belief can affect how legal disputes are resolved. This principle distinguishes between theft and situations where someone mistakenly believes they are entitled to something, impacting potential legal consequences.