2017 Maryland Code
Real Property
Title 3 - Recordation
Subtitle 1 - General Rules and Exceptions
§ 3-110. Recording deeds by mail

  • (a) Clerk may not refuse to accept deed for recording by mail. -- The clerk of the court of any county may not refuse to accept for recording any deed or other recordable instrument delivered by mail, or not in person, if the deed or other recordable instrument:
    • (1) Meets all the requisites for recording;
    • (2) Is accompanied by correct fees and taxes; and
    • (3) Is accompanied by a letter from an attorney or party to the instrument requesting or directing its recordation.
  • (b) Clerk's functions not expanded. -- This section does not require a clerk to perform any function which he normally would not have to perform if an instrument is delivered in person.
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