Parties Identified
Clear identification of releasor and, when applicable, the original chargee or mortgagee.
A correctly completed discharge protects property owners and downstream purchasers by clearing title, preventing duplicate claims, and documenting that an obligation has been satisfied under the governing law.
The following parties commonly prepare, sign, or receive a Legal Charge Discharge Form depending on context and jurisdiction.
Roles vary by state and by the type of charge; always confirm which party is responsible for recording and delivering the executed discharge.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signature Order | Sequential or parallel signing per authority |
| Notary Method | In-person or RON where permitted |
| Authentication | Email + SMS code or KBA for higher assurance |
| Return Routing | Auto-send recorded PDF to owner and title company |
Ensure the eSignature platform supports the authentication, notarization, and file formats required for recording.
Confirm the platform meets state notary rules, supports audit trails, and can export the signed file in recorder-acceptable formats.
Clear identification of releasor and, when applicable, the original chargee or mortgagee.
Exact book/page, instrument number, or recording date linking to the original charge.
Full legal property description or tax parcel identifier required by recorders.
Unambiguous language stating the charge is satisfied and released in full.
Date when the release becomes operative for public and private rights.
State-specific notary wording or RON certificate to support recording.
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| Document Type | Discharge | Release of Lien |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | satisfy recorded charge | remove mechanic or statutory lien |
| Recording Target | recorder/deeds | recorder/deeds |
| Notary Needed | often required | often required |
| Typical Parties | mortgagee & owner | claimant & property owner |
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |