NORTH CAROLINA — G.S. 1-116, 1-117 · REGISTER OF DEEDS

Notice of Lis Pendens

G.S. 1-116, 1-117 — File with the Register of Deeds to put the world on constructive notice that title is in dispute. Download a court-ready PDF instantly.
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01 ATTORNEY INFORMATION
02 CASE INFORMATION

Use full legal names. For multiple parties, separate with semicolons.

03 PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

Use the legal description from the deed or plat. The Register of Deeds will index this instrument under the property owner's name.

04 NATURE OF ACTION
05 RELIEF REQUESTED

Describe the specific relief sought in the pending action as it affects title to the property described above.

06 CERTIFICATION

The certification date is the date you are signing and filing this notice. It should match the date presented to the Register of Deeds.

FILING NOTES

  • File with Register of Deeds, not the Clerk of Court.
  • $26 recording fee (varies by county).
  • Valid for 3 years from filing (G.S. 1-116).
  • Serve a copy on all parties to the action.
  • Index is constructive notice to all purchasers after filing.

STATUTORY REFERENCE

G.S. 1-116 Lis pendens — scope and effect
G.S. 1-117 Duration (3 years)
G.S. 1-118 Discharge and cancellation