Property Ownership

In Oklahoma, the recording of a deed transfers:

AOwnership of the property at the moment of recording
BConstructive notice of the conveyance to the world; the actual transfer of ownership occurs upon delivery and acceptance of the deed, before recording✓ Correct
CLegal title only, not equitable title
DNothing — recording has no legal effect in Oklahoma

Explanation

In Oklahoma, ownership (title) transfers when the deed is delivered to and accepted by the grantee. Recording provides constructive notice to protect the grantee against subsequent purchasers and creditors, but the transfer itself occurs upon delivery.

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