Escrow & Title
In New Mexico, what is 'constructive notice' as it relates to recording documents?
APersonal notice given directly to a party
BLegal notice that the public is presumed to have because a document is recorded in public records✓ Correct
CNotice given by a title company
DInformal notice through neighborhood rumor
Explanation
Constructive notice means the public is presumed (by law) to have knowledge of recorded documents, even if they have not actually read them. Recording provides protection against subsequent purchasers.
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