Simple English definitions for legal terms
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An incomplete instrument is a paper that was meant to be a legal document, but is missing something important. It can still be enforced if the missing part is added later. For example, if someone writes a check but forgets to fill in the amount, they can still complete it and use it as a valid payment.
An incomplete instrument is a paper that was intended to be a negotiable instrument but lacks an essential element. It is not yet a complete legal document. However, it can still be enforced if it is subsequently completed.
These examples illustrate how an incomplete instrument is missing a crucial piece of information that makes it legally binding. However, if the missing information is added later, the instrument can still be enforced.