"Recording of instruments" or "to record" means to present to the Recorder a document, in recordable form, which is to be recorded in accordance with Section 3-5024 of the Counties Code, together with the required recording fee. The Registrar of Titles shall accept the filing of notices or affidavits required or permitted by this Article without the necessity of the production of evidence of title.
15-1217.Recording of Instruments.
Article XV. Mortgage Foreclosure · Part 12. Definitions · Last amended 2009 · Last verified July 20, 2026
In one sentenceThis section defines “recording of instruments” as presenting a document in recordable form to the Recorder with the required fee, and requires the Registrar of Titles to accept certain filings without proof of title.
Full Text of 735 ILCS 5/15-1217
Plain-English Summary
Section 15-1217 defines recording of instruments, or “to record,” as presenting to the Recorder a document in recordable form, to be recorded in accordance with Section 3-5024 of the Counties Code, together with the required recording fee. That definition ties the Article's recording steps to the general recording statute governing the Recorder's office.
The section adds a specific rule for registered land: the Registrar of Titles must accept the filing of notices or affidavits required or permitted by Article XV without requiring production of evidence of title. That removes a potential obstacle for parties who need to file a notice or affidavit under the Article involving Torrens-registered property.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does recording mean under this Article?
Presenting to the Recorder a document in recordable form, to be recorded under Section 3-5024 of the Counties Code, along with the required recording fee.
What must accompany a document sent for recording?
The required recording fee, in addition to the document being in recordable form.
Does the Registrar of Titles need proof of title before accepting a filing?
No. This section requires the Registrar of Titles to accept notices or affidavits required or permitted by Article XV without the production of evidence of title.
Which fee requirement applies to recording under this Article?
The required recording fee referenced in this section, tied to the general recording process under the Counties Code.
Why is this definition needed given ordinary recording law?
It confirms how Article XV's recording references connect to the Counties Code process and removes the title-evidence requirement for Torrens filings under this Article specifically.
Amendment History
(Source: P.A. 96-328, eff. 8-11-09.)
Source & verification. Section text and amendment history are
reproduced verbatim from the Illinois Compiled Statutes, published by the
Illinois Compiled Statutes, Illinois General Assembly / Legislative Reference Bureau. Last verified July 20, 2026.
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