The primary evidence of ownership of land is not so much the deed itself as the recording of the deed. Once recorded, the original deed is returned to the new owner who usually deposits it in a safe place with his or her important papers. If your deed is misplaced or lost, a copy may be obtained from the Register of Deeds office for a small fee. Don't panic if you cannot find your deed! If you recorded it with this office, we will always have a copy.