Property Ownership
The 'Torrens system' of title registration (used in some states) would differ from Georgia's recording system in that:
AA. They are identical systems
BB. Torrens provides a court-backed certificate of title that is conclusive, unlike Georgia's race-notice recording system✓ Correct
CC. Georgia uses the Torrens system for commercial properties only
DD. Torrens is only used for government-owned land
Explanation
The Torrens system is a government registration system where a court examines title and issues a conclusive title certificate. Georgia uses a race-notice recording system, where priority among competing claimants is based on who records first with notice.
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