SB 5459-S - DIGEST

(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)

Provides that when any instrument, except those generated by governmental agencies, is presented to a county auditor or recording officer for recording, the document may not contain the following information: (1) A social security number;

(2) A date of birth identified with a particular person; or

(3) The maiden name of a person's parent so as to be identified with a particular person.

Declares that a county auditor or recording officer has no duty or responsibility to verify that an instrument presented for recording complies with this act. Liability under chapter 65.04 RCW does not accrue to a county auditor or recording officer if an instrument that does not comply with this act is recorded.