An instrument proved and certified pursuant to §§ 18-4-19 and 18-4-20 may be recorded in the proper office, if the original is at the same time deposited therein, to remain for public inspection, but not otherwise.

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Source: CivC 1877, § 649; CL 1887, § 3270; RCivC 1903, § 963; RC 1919, § 571; SDC 1939, § 51.1602; SL 1943, ch 173.