Escrow & Title
In Wyoming, a 'special warranty deed' warrants title only against:
AAll defects from the beginning of time
BDefects arising during the grantor's period of ownership only✓ Correct
CDefects that occurred before the grantor's ownership only
DNo defects, like a quitclaim deed
Explanation
A special warranty deed contains a limited warranty—the grantor only warrants against title defects that arose during their period of ownership. Defects arising before the grantor's ownership are not covered.
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