Escrow & Title
In Oklahoma, a lis pendens (notice of pending litigation) recorded against a property:
AAutomatically transfers ownership to the plaintiff
BProvides constructive notice that there is active litigation affecting the property; subsequent purchasers buy subject to the outcome of that litigation✓ Correct
CCan only be recorded by the property owner
DHas no effect on real estate transactions
Explanation
A lis pendens is a recorded notice that litigation is pending that may affect title to the property. Anyone who purchases the property after its recording takes it subject to whatever the court decides in the pending litigation.
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