Texas HB3003 creates criminal offenses for unauthorized entry and occupancy of real property, and for fraudulent sale or lease of real property.

Texas HB3003 amends the Texas Penal Code to create criminal offenses for unauthorized entry and occupancy of real property, and for fraudulent sale or lease of real property. It allows property owners or their agents to request sheriffs to remove unauthorized occupants from residential properties. The bill also creates offenses for presenting false documents to enter or remain on real property, and for selling or leasing property without legal authority. Penalties vary based on the amount of pecuniary loss and the nature of the offense. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB3003 creates criminal offenses for unauthorized entry and occupancy of real property, and for fraudulent sale or lease of real property.

Texas HB3003 amends the Texas Penal Code to create criminal offenses for unauthorized entry and occupancy of real property, and for fraudulent sale or lease of real property. It allows property owners or their agents to request sheriffs to remove unauthorized occupants from residential properties. The bill also creates offenses for presenting false documents to enter or remain on real property, and for selling or leasing property without legal authority. Penalties vary based on the amount of pecuniary loss and the nature of the offense. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.