Property Ownership

The 'doctrine of constructive notice' in Georgia means that:

AA. Notice must be personally served on the property owner
BB. Anyone dealing with property is legally deemed to know what is in the public records, whether or not they actually checked✓ Correct
CC. Only the current owner need be notified of liens
DD. Buyers are not responsible for unknown liens

Explanation

Under constructive notice, all persons are legally presumed to know the contents of properly recorded documents in the public records. This prevents subsequent buyers from claiming ignorance of recorded deeds, liens, or easements.

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