Relating to an action to determine the status of certain documents or instruments purporting to convey title to or an interest in real property.
SB 1853 creates a new legal process for property owners who suspect a recorded document (like a deed) fraudulently claims to transfer ownership of real property. It allows owners to file a verified motion with the county district clerk, attaching the disputed document and providing specific details about the property and alleged fraud. The motion must follow a suggested form outlining the owner's claim, the document's recording, and why it's considered fraudulent under existing law. This process enables courts to formally determine if the document should be disregarded for conveying title. It directly affects property owners and county clerks handling real property records.
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in committee
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Introduction
Mar 2025
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Governor
Introduced Mar 4, 2025
Last action Mar 17, 2025
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Mar 17, 2025
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Referred to Jurisprudence
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Mar 17, 2025
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Royce West
DDemocratic
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