After recording a certificate, lienholder should give a copy of the certificate to the collector. The collector should keep it as what?

• A. Recorded Permanent Record
• B. Original Certificate
• C. Temporary Record
• D. Current File

Answer: (A)

The key idea here is that once a lien certificate is recorded, it becomes an official, long-term record of the lien. The copy turned over to the collector is kept as the permanent record for the file, ensuring a durable, verifiable history that can be referenced for enforcement, payoff, or release in the future. This formal, enduring record is essential for maintaining continuity and auditability across the life of the lien. The original certificate typically stays with the lienholder, and terms like temporary record or current file don’t provide the same enduring, official trail.