Reviewed case brief
Armory v. Delamirie
(1722) 1 Str 505
(1722) 1 Str 505 · Court of King's Bench (England)
- Court
- Court of King's Bench (England)
- Year
- 1722
- Subjects
- Law of Torts
- Reviewed
- 2026-08-02
Rule established
A finder or lawful temporary possessor holds a superior possessory right against all but the true owner, and wrongful refusal to return or account for goods held is actionable.
Facts
Issues
Held
Ratio decidendi
How to use it in an exam
Editorial source
(1722) 1 Str 505
Educational summary only. Read the reported judgment or an authorised law report before relying on the case professionally.