Misrepresentation Of Age In Lease Agreements
Seventeen-year-old James, seeking independence from his parents, rented an apartment. When the landlord inquired about his age, James falsely claimed to be an adult. He signed the lease and moved in. A few days later, James decided to return home and attempted to disaffirm the lease by admitting to the landlord that he had misrepresented his age and was actually a minor. What legal recourse does the landlord have?
A
The landlord has no legal recourse because James falsely identified himself as an adult.
B
The only relevant factor is whether the signer possessed the mental capacity to understand the terms of the contract.
C
The lease may be considered enforceable because James misrepresented his age at the time the contract was formed.
D
The landlord can sue the parents, as they are legally responsible for the contractual obligations of their minor child.
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