NORRIS V. HAGGIN, 136 U. S. 386 (1890)

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Norris v. Haggin, 136 U.S. 386 (1890)

Norris v. Haggin

No. 333

Submitted May 2, 1890

Decided May 19, 1890

136 U.S. 386

Syllabus

A plaintiff who delays for fifteen years after an alleged fraud comes to his knowledge before seeking relief in equity is guilty of laches, and his bill should be dismissed.

In equity. The defendants demurred to the bill and it was dismissed. The plaintiff appealed. The case is stated in the opinion.