Property Ownership
In Wyoming, the term 'color of title' in adverse possession means:
AThe property has a colorful or unusual title history
BThe claimant has a document that appears to transfer title but is legally defective✓ Correct
CThe title is printed on colored paper for official purposes
DThe adverse possessor has a court-issued title
Explanation
Color of title is a document (deed, judgment, or other instrument) that appears to convey title but is legally ineffective due to a defect. Adverse possession claims made with color of title may qualify for a shorter prescriptive period or affect the extent of land claimed.
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