Quitclaim Deed Templates by State (PDF & Word)
State-specific quitclaim deed templates for transferring property interest without warranty. California, Texas, Florida, New York, and 8 more states. Free PDF + Word.
What this hub covers
A quitclaim deed transfers whatever interest the grantor has in a real property to the grantee — without warranties of title. Quitclaim deeds are appropriate for trust-based transfers (between family members, in divorce, into trusts or LLCs, for clearing title defects).
Why state-specific matters
Recording requirements, transfer tax rules, and notary acknowledgments differ by state. Some states require specific cover-sheet formats; some impose transfer tax even on nominal-consideration transfers. State-specific templates incorporate the required language and recording instructions.
Choose Your State
California
Notarization alone is sufficient — no witnesses required. Recording fees and cover-sheet rules are set by the county.
See California requirements →Texas
Notarization alone is sufficient — no witnesses required. Recording fees and cover-sheet rules are set by the county.
See Texas requirements →Florida
Two witnesses required — the notary may serve as one. Recording fees and cover-sheet rules are set by the county.
See Florida requirements →New York
Notarization alone is sufficient — no witnesses required. Recording fees and cover-sheet rules are set by the county.
See New York requirements →Illinois
Notarization alone is sufficient — no witnesses required. Recording fees and cover-sheet rules are set by the county.
See Illinois requirements →Delaware
Notarization alone is sufficient — no witnesses required. Recording fees and cover-sheet rules are set by the county.
See Delaware requirements →Pennsylvania
Notarization alone is sufficient — no witnesses required. Recording fees and cover-sheet rules are set by the county.
See Pennsylvania requirements →Ohio
Notarization alone is sufficient — no witnesses required. Recording fees and cover-sheet rules are set by the county.
See Ohio requirements →Georgia
One witness required, and it cannot be the notary. Recording fees and cover-sheet rules are set by the county.
See Georgia requirements →North Carolina
Notarization alone is sufficient — no witnesses required. Recording fees and cover-sheet rules are set by the county.
See North Carolina requirements →Arizona
Notarization alone is sufficient — no witnesses required. Recording fees and cover-sheet rules are set by the county.
See Arizona requirements →Michigan
Notarization alone is sufficient — no witnesses required. Recording fees and cover-sheet rules are set by the county.
See Michigan requirements →Ready to draft your deed?
Our quitclaim deed template works in any state. Check your county recorder’s cover-sheet and fee rules before filing.
Open the Quitclaim Deed TemplateSigning requirements by state (verified July 2026)
Last verified: July 2026 against state statutes and regulatory trackers. Laws change — before relying on any row below, confirm it with the official state source. How we source and update this data is described in our Editorial Policy.
Every state requires a quitclaim deed to be signed by the grantor and acknowledged before a notary, then recorded with the county recorder (sometimes called the register of deeds or county clerk) where the property sits. Five states additionally require witness signatures:
| State | Witnesses required | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | Two witnesses | The notary may serve as one of the two. |
| Florida | Two witnesses | The notary may serve as one; witnesses required for deeds conveying property. |
| Georgia | One witness | The witness must be someone other than the notary (who signs separately). |
| Louisiana | Two witnesses | Neither witness may be the notary. |
| South Carolina | Two witnesses | The notary may serve as one of the two. |
In the remaining 45 states, notarization alone is sufficient for recording. What varies everywhere — and is set at the county level — is the recording fee, the transfer-tax or consideration statement that must accompany the deed, and formatting rules (margins, font size, cover sheets). Our template and online generator produce the deed body; check the recorder’s website for your county’s cover-page and fee requirements before filing.
How to verify: search “[your county] register of deeds recording requirements” — county recorder sites publish checklists, and many reject non-conforming deeds the same day.
Quitclaim Deed FAQs
What is a quitclaim deed?
A deed that transfers whatever interest the grantor has in a property, with no warranty that the title is clear.
When is a quitclaim deed used?
Commonly for transfers between family, adding or removing a spouse after marriage or divorce, or moving property into a trust or LLC.
Does a quitclaim deed guarantee clear title?
No. Unlike a warranty deed, it offers no protection if there are liens or defects in the title.
Does a quitclaim deed need to be notarized and recorded?
In nearly every state, yes. It must be notarized and recorded with the county to be effective.
Do quitclaim requirements vary by state?
Yes. Form, witnessing, and recording rules differ by state and county.