Is a text message legally binding contract?

Answer 1

A text message does not constitute a legally binding contract. Legally binding contracts explain in detail the responsibilities of both parties involved. They become formalized when both parties apply their signatures to it. An agreement entered into via text message is similar to a verbal contract. It may imply an agreement, but does not formalize one.

Answer 2

no, because, when forwarded, they can be changed/edited/parts deleted and therefore, are able to be destroyed or changed to resemble something different. It could get you into trouble and/or erase any legal evidence that could support you.

Answer 3

In most cases, text and email messages are evidence of intent to contract. Under state laws, a contract cannot be "repudiated" merely because it is in "electronic form", under the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (UETA) and similar. There are interesting questions regarding the authenticity and timing of exchanges and signatures when the electronic information is the ONLY evidence.

For instance, some states may permit printouts of text or email to be submitted as proof of a "written agreement" under the statute of frauds and perjuries, where an oral agreement would not be binding.

Laws of other countries are based upon different standards regarding proof of origin, date and content of electronic transmissions, be they text, email, fax, click on an "I agree" button, or computers doing contracts be electronic document interchange.

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I have the same question! My landlord texted me and asked if I was going to keep living in the rental house for another year. My reply was yes. After this conversation I assumed that we had a verbal contract that I was going to renew my lease. Now, he is saying since there was no signed lease we are actually on a month to month lease and he gave me a months notice before increasing rent by $300!!! I need help too.

Answer 4

An agreement made in an instant message be considered a legally binding contract. All forms of electronic communications such as emails and text messages are included.