Escrow & Title
Oklahoma counties use which primary system to organize and search land records?
ATorrens title registration
BGrantor-grantee index system in the county clerk's office✓ Correct
CFederal land patent registry
DGPS parcel identification only
Explanation
Oklahoma counties maintain grantor-grantee indices in the county clerk's office, organized alphabetically by the name of the grantor (the party transferring or encumbering the property) and the grantee (the party receiving or benefiting). These are the foundation of Oklahoma title searches.
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Key Terms to Know
Deed
A written legal instrument used to transfer ownership of real property from one party (grantor) to another (grantee).
Chain of TitleThe sequential record of all transfers of ownership for a piece of property from the original patent holder to the present owner.
EasementA non-possessory right to use another person's land for a specific purpose.
EncumbranceAny claim, lien, charge, or liability attached to real property that affects its value or limits its use.
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