Tuolumne County Mineral Deed with Quitclaim Covenants Form

Last validated August 24, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in Tuolumne County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Big Oak Flat, Chinese Camp, Columbia, Dardanelle, Groveland, Jamestown, Long Barn, Mi Wuk Village and 8 more.

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Tuolumne County Mineral Deed with Quitclaim Covenants Form

Tuolumne County Mineral Deed with Quitclaim Covenants Form

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Document last validated 8/24/2026
Tuolumne County Mineral Deed with Quitclaim Covenants Guide

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Tuolumne County Completed Example of the Mineral Deed with Quitclaim Covenants Document

Tuolumne County Completed Example of the Mineral Deed with Quitclaim Covenants Document

Example of a properly completed California Mineral Deed with Quitclaim Covenants document for reference.

Document last validated 7/6/2026

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Important: Your property must be located in Tuolumne County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Tuolumne County Recorder

Address:
2 South Green St, 3rd floor
Sonora, California 95370

Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm / Recording until 4:00pm

Phone: (209) 533-5531

Recording Tips for Tuolumne County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned

Cities and Jurisdictions in Tuolumne County

Properties in any of these areas use Tuolumne County forms:

  • Big Oak Flat
  • Chinese Camp
  • Columbia
  • Dardanelle
  • Groveland
  • Jamestown
  • Long Barn
  • Mi Wuk Village
  • Moccasin
  • Pinecrest
  • Sonora
  • Soulsbyville
  • Standard
  • Strawberry
  • Tuolumne
  • Twain Harte

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Tuolumne County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Tuolumne County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.

Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Tuolumne County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Tuolumne County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Tuolumne County you only need to order once.

What do I need to use these forms?

The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.

Are there any recurring fees?

No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.

How much does it cost to record in Tuolumne County?

Recording fees in Tuolumne County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (209) 533-5531 for current fees.

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In California, a Mineral Quitclaim Deed (as per Civil Code Sections 1092, 1104-1107, 1113; Government Code Sections 27279-27297.7, 27320-27337) is used for transferring oil, gas, and mineral rights from the grantor to the grantee. It is a transfer of ownership, NOT A LEASE, and does not include exceptions or reservations.

Transfer Details: The deed transfers all kinds of mineral rights, including oil and gas. The grantor has the discretion to specify the percentage of mineral rights the grantee will receive.

Rights Conferred: This deed gives the grantee rights to access the land for mining, drilling, exploration, operation, development, storage, handling, transportation, and marketing of these minerals.

No Title Warranty: The grantor transfers mineral rights without any warranty of title, either express or implied, meaning the grantee accepts the title as it is, with all its potential discrepancies.

Uses: Mineral deeds with quitclaim are often used in situations where the grantor wants to quickly release any interest they might have in mineral rights, such as in settling estates, resolving disputes, clearing up uncertainties about ownership in a title's history or when mineral rights have previously been severed or fragmented from surface rights and cloud a title, making it difficult to transfer property. Resolution often involves the holder(s) of the mineral rights, quit-claiming any rights he/she/they have or might have in the subject property.

Legal Requirements and Recording: The quitclaim deed must be in writing and include the names and addresses of all parties involved, as required by Government Code Sections 27324, 27321.5, 27361.6, and 27288.1. It must be recorded by the County Recorder in the county where the property is located (Civil Code Section 1169) and adhere to California's "race-notice" recording statute (Civil Code Sections 1213-1214).

Formatting and Execution Requirements: The deed must follow specific formatting guidelines (Government Code Section 27361.6) and be executed before two disinterested witnesses. The names of all parties must be legibly signed or printed near the signature (Government Code Sections 27280.5, 27361.6).

Language and Other Considerations: Quitclaim deeds not in English are not suitable for recording (Government Code Section 27293). The deed should also include a complete legal description of the property and the vesting choice of the grantee.

Implications: The use of a quitclaim deed can have a permanent effect on property rights. It is advisable to consult a legal professional to fully understand the implications of executing such a document.

(California Mineral Deed with Quitclaim Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

Important: Your property must be located in Tuolumne County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.

This Mineral Deed with Quitclaim Covenants meets all recording requirements specific to Tuolumne County.

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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Tuolumne County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.

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