Constructive Trust

Learn about the definition for this legal term.

What is Constructive Trust?

An equitable remedy resembling a trust (implied trust) imposed by a court to return title to property to the rightful owner where that person has been wrongfully deprived of ownership due to the wrongdoing of another person who has usurped the right to property by unlawful means.

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