§ 161-14.04.  (Effective April 1, 2027) Affidavit of parties to a deed or conveyance.

When recording a deed or other document that conveys an ownership interest in land described by G.S. 64-63(a), the register of deeds shall record the affidavit as an exhibit to the deed or other document that conveys an ownership interest in land as required by G.S. 64-63(f) according to the requirements of G.S. 161-22. Notwithstanding G.S. 161-10, the affidavit shall not be considered an additional instrument. Attachment of the affidavit required by G.S. 64-63(f) is the presenter's responsibility and not a recording requirement to be enforced by the register of deeds. The register of deeds shall not be liable for failure of the document to include the affidavit. Failure to attach the affidavit does not impair constructive notice, lien priority, validity, or insurability.  (2026-54, s. 2.)