The word "grant," and the phrase "bargain and sell," or any other words purporting to transfer the whole estate shall be construed to pass the whole estate and interest in the property described, unless there be limitations or reservations showing a different intent.
Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 45-402. 1973 Ed., § 45-202. DC CODE § 42-702 Current through December 11, 2012
(Mar. 3, 1901, 31 Stat. 1268, ch. 854, § 503; June 30, 1902, 32 Stat. 531, ch. 1329.)