Registrar to examine execution of deeds and proof thereof

(1) The Registrar shall examine every document brought to be recorded and satisfy himself– (a) that it has been properly executed; and (b) that such execution is duly proved in accordance with this Part. (2) The Registrar may apply to the Chief Justice in chambers for his opinion in writing whenever he may entertain any serious doubt as to whether a document should or should not be recorded, and the opinion of the Chief Justice shall be regarded as final and conclusive.