If the register of deeds is presented a document to record and the accompanying remittance is insufficient to pay for the recording surcharge, the register of deeds shall either:

1. (a) Record the document and advise the department of the parties, and the book and page number of the recording; or
2. (b) Refuse to record the document.

Source. #9437, eff 3-24-09; ss by #12137, eff 3-22-17