The bill amends Section 298 of Title 19 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which governs the filing of recordable instruments by county clerks. Key modifications include clarifying statutory references and adjusting margin requirements for documents submitted for recording. Specifically, the top margin of the first page must be of sufficient size to accommodate the recording documentation, while all other margins must be at least one inch. Additionally, the bill stipulates that documents must be clearly legible, in English, and printed using dark ink on paper that is reproducible by the county clerk's equipment. It also allows for the acceptance of documents that do not meet these requirements under certain conditions, provided the individual pays an additional fee for nonconforming documents.

Furthermore, the bill introduces provisions for digitized images or electronic copies of original documents, allowing them to satisfy the requirement for original or certified copies if submitted electronically in accordance with the Uniform Real Property Electronic Recording Act. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and includes an emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage and approval.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 19-298