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2022 Maryland Statutes
Real Property
Title 3 - Recordation
Subtitle 2 - Priorities Based on Recording
Section 3-203 - Subsequent Deed; Priority of Deed First Recorded
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MD. Real Property Code § 3-203 (2022)
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Every recorded deed or other instrument takes effect from its effective date as against the grantee of any deed executed and delivered subsequent to the effective date, unless the grantee of the subsequent deed has:
(1) Accepted delivery of the deed or other instrument:
(i) In good faith;
(ii) Without constructive notice under § 3-202; and
(iii) For a good and valuable consideration; and
(2) Recorded the deed first.
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