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Contracts Act · s 81

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s 81Surety’s liability

The liability of the surety is co-extensive with that of the principal debtor, unless it is otherwise provided by the contract.

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A guarantees to B the payment of a bill of exchange by C, the acceptor. The bill is dishonoured by C. A is liable not only for the amount of the bill but also for any interest and charges which may have become due on it.