Use the correction deed to correct errors in a warranty, special warranty, or quitclaim deed in Tennessee.

The best option for correcting a deed in Tennessee is to record a correction deed. Other options, such as a scrivener's affidavit and re-recording the original deed, both have some drawbacks. The scrivener's affidavit can serve as a valid alternative when the original grantor is not available. Tennessee law provides that a corrected copy of the original document may be attached to the affidavit as an exhibit (T.C.A. 66-24-101(a)(27)). Such a copy, however, only carries the weight of an exhibit to an affidavit and not that of a recorded document.

Re-recording the original deed with corrections requires a new execution/signing and notary acknowledgement. The reason for correcting, the actual correction and cross-reference to the prior recording must be made on the existing copy or, depending on county requirements, on a title page. This will not only require fees for the additional page(s) when re-recording, but also creates potential problems during the recording if the added information does not stay within the required document margins.

The easiest and cleanest option for correcting a deed is to record a new correction deed, which makes reference to the original document by date and recording number and gives the reason for the correction by indicating the type of error. Except for the corrected or omitted information, it duplicates the text of the prior deed. The original parties must sign in the presence of a notary, who then acknowledges this new instrument prior to recording. In some Tennessee counties, a corrective deed must have a new oath of value, if the original deed is more than 6 months old.

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How to Use This Form

Select your county from the list above
Download the county-specific form
Fill in the required information
Have the document notarized if required
Record with your county recorder's office

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Common Uses for Correction Deed

Fix a spelling error in a previously recorded deed
Correct a missing or incorrect notary acknowledgment
Fix a legal description that excluded part of the property
Update a deed to reflect a legal name change
Correct a deed that listed the wrong county or jurisdiction
Correct the marital status listed on a deed

Compare other Tennessee deed forms and documents

Quitclaim Deed Gift Deed Warranty Deed Special Warranty Deed Grant Deed Easement Deed Termination of Easement Affidavit of Heirship Administrator Deed Executor Deed Deed of Trust Assignment of Deed of Trust Full Release of Deed of Trust Partial Release of Deed of Trust Installment Land Contract Memorandum of Installment Land Contract Release of Memorandum of Installment Land Contract Certificate of Trust Trustee Deed Durable Power of Attorney Specific Power of Attorney for the Purchase of Property Specific Power of Attorney for the Sale of Property Mineral Deed Mineral Deed with Quitclaim Covenants Notice of Completion Notice of Transfer Notice of Spousal Non-Responsibility Indemnity Agreement Demand for Enforcement Notice to Owner Notice of Mechanics Lien Notice of Non-Payment Partial Lien Waivers Final Lien Waiver Release of Mechanic Lien Contractor Notice of All Liens Paid Lien Lis Pendens Disclaimer of Interest

Important: County-Specific Forms

Our correction deed forms are specifically formatted for each county in Tennessee.

After selecting your county, you'll receive forms that meet all local recording requirements, ensuring your documents will be accepted without delays or rejection fees.

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