Property Ownership
In NC, a 'notice of lis pendens' (pending litigation) recorded against a property:
AAutomatically voids any pending sale
BGives constructive notice to all parties that the property may be subject to a court judgment✓ Correct
CCreates a lien with priority over all other liens
DTransfers ownership to the plaintiff
Explanation
A lis pendens puts the world on constructive notice that litigation is pending that may affect title; it does not void pending sales but puts buyers on notice of the litigation risk.
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