Escrow & Title
In Rhode Island, deeds and other real estate instruments are recorded at:
AThe Rhode Island Supreme Court
BThe local city or town's land evidence office (Registry of Deeds)✓ Correct
CThe Rhode Island DBR
DThe Probate Court only
Explanation
In Rhode Island, deeds, mortgages, and other instruments affecting real property are recorded at the local city or town's land evidence records office (also called the Registry of Deeds or Town Clerk's office), providing constructive notice to the world.
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