Such deed shall convey to the grantee therein named all the title, estate and interest of the judgment debtor, of every nature and kind, in and to the premises thereby conveyed, but such deed shall not be construed to contain any covenant on the part of the officer executing the same.
12-148.Effect of deed.
Article XII. Judgments - Enforcement · Part 1. In General · Not amended since adoption on record · Last verified July 20, 2026
In one sentenceSection 12-148 makes a sheriff's deed convey all the judgment debtor's title, estate, and interest in the property, but bars reading any covenant or warranty into the deed on the part of the officer who executes it.
Full Text of 735 ILCS 5/12-148
Plain-English Summary
This section defines what a deed under Section 12-145 and the form in Section 12-147 transfers. It conveys to the grantee named in it all the title, estate, and interest of the judgment debtor, of every nature and kind, in the conveyed premises.
What the deed does not do is promise anything about that title beyond what the debtor held. The section is explicit that the deed shall not be construed to contain any covenant on the part of the officer executing it, so the officer makes no warranty that the title is good, clear, or free of competing claims.
Frequently Asked Questions
What interest does the deed convey?
All the title, estate, and interest of the judgment debtor, of every nature and kind, in the premises conveyed.
Does the deed include any warranty from the officer?
No, the deed is not to be construed as containing any covenant on the part of the officer executing it.
What does that mean for the grantee?
The grantee receives whatever interest the debtor held, without any assurance from the officer that the title is sound or unencumbered.
Who executes this kind of deed?
Could a grantee still face title problems after receiving this deed?
Yes, since the officer's execution of the deed carries no covenant guaranteeing clear title.
Amendment History
(Source: P.A. 82-280.)
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Illinois Compiled Statutes, Illinois General Assembly / Legislative Reference Bureau. Last verified July 20, 2026.
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