H235

Fraudulent Deeds

Introduced·2/26/25

Penalizes filing of fraudulent deeds, establishes process for victims, and requires tax certification.

This bill penalizes the filing of fraudulent deeds and conveyances in North Carolina. It establishes a process for victims to remove fraudulent recordings from public records and mandates tax certification before registering certain deeds. Penalties include fines and imprisonment, depending on the value of the property involved. The bill also requires county tax collectors to certify that no delinquent taxes are a lien on the property before the register of deeds accepts the deed for registration.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary II Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Feb 27, 2025

House

Passed 1st Reading

Feb 27, 2025

House

Ref to the Com on Judiciary 2, if favorable, Housing and Development, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House

Feb 26, 2025

House

Filed