Pennsylvania HB1406 establishes the offense of title or deed fraud, including penalties and remedies for victims.

HB1406 amends Pennsylvania law to create the offense of title or deed fraud, which includes actions such as fraudulently obtaining a title or deed, recording false documents, or altering instruments affecting real property. The bill classifies this offense as a second-degree felony. Victims of such fraud can seek restitution for actual damages, costs incurred in legal actions, and realty transfer taxes. The court may also award attorney fees and costs to victims for resolving property disputes.

Pennsylvania HB1406 establishes the offense of title or deed fraud, including penalties and remedies for victims.

HB1406 amends Pennsylvania law to create the offense of title or deed fraud, which includes actions such as fraudulently obtaining a title or deed, recording false documents, or altering instruments affecting real property. The bill classifies this offense as a second-degree felony. Victims of such fraud can seek restitution for actual damages, costs incurred in legal actions, and realty transfer taxes. The court may also award attorney fees and costs to victims for resolving property disputes.