What must a document be to be eligible for recording in Hawaii?

For a document to be eligible for recording in Hawaii, it must be acknowledged. This means that the person signing the document must appear before a notary public or other authorized official to declare that they are signing the document willingly and are aware of its content and implications. This procedure helps to ensure the authenticity of the document and protects against fraud, providing a reliable public record of property transactions.

The requirement for acknowledgment serves an important legal purpose, as it provides a formal verification that can prevent disputes over the legitimacy of the document in future. When a document is recorded, it becomes part of the official public records, and acknowledgment is a key step in the process to ensure that all parties are clear on the transaction being recorded.

The other options do not fulfill the criteria set by Hawaii law for a document to be eligible for recording. A document being in any language may not meet the requirements for legal interpretation; being witnessed by two persons, while it may add a layer of verification, is not a requirement for recording in Hawaii; and although having an attorney draft the document may ensure legal accuracy, it is not a mandatory condition for the document's eligibility for recording.