Escrow & Title
In Maine, a 'discharge of attachment' must be recorded when a court-ordered attachment on property is resolved because:
AIt creates a new mortgage
BThe attachment clouds the title and must be removed from the public record to restore marketable title✓ Correct
CThe municipality requires it for tax purposes
DIt is required for homestead protection
Explanation
A court-ordered attachment on property is a cloud on title. When the underlying lawsuit is resolved and the attachment is no longer valid, a discharge must be recorded to remove the cloud and restore the property's marketable title.
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