COUNTY RECORDER In Florida, the Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller also serves as the County Recorder, sometimes known as the Registrar of Deeds, and is responsible for creating the permanent record of all mortgages, liens, deeds and other documents having an effect on real property. Known as recording, this includes collection of state taxes such as documentary stamp and intangible taxes, assignment of a unique instrument number to every document, and creation of a verified index for each record. The Official Records of the county date back to 1921, when Sarasota was divided from Manatee County. There are four municipalities in Sarasota County, and the Official Records include filings from agencies and residents within these municipalities. In addition to these duties, the office issues marriage licenses, performs weddings, conducts Tax Deed sales, and serves as an application acceptance agent for the U.S. Department of State for the issuance of passports. 8 | Karen E. Rushing Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller - Sarasota, FL
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