Illegal Contract Doctrine

The Illegal Contract Doctrine states that agreements that involve illegal activities or violate public policy cannot be enforced in a court of law. This means if two parties enter into a contract for something illegal, like drug trafficking or theft, the law will not support that agreement. As a result, neither party can seek legal remedies if the contract is breached. Essentially, the doctrine aims to discourage unlawful behavior and protect the integrity of the legal system by ensuring that it does not condone or facilitate illegal activities.