# Real Property (GRP)

## Title 3. Recordation

### Subtitle 2. Priorities Based on Recording

#### Section 3-203

Every recorded deed or other instrument takes effect from its effective date as against the grantee of any deed executed and delivered subsequent to the effective date, unless the grantee of the subsequent deed has:

(1) Accepted delivery of the deed or other instrument:

  (i) In good faith;

  (ii) Without constructive notice under Sec. 3-202; and

  (iii) For a good and valuable consideration; and

(2) Recorded the deed first.

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Md. Code Ann., Real Prop. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)