Texas HB4467 creates offenses for unauthorized occupancy of residential property and fraudulent real property documents.

Texas HB4467 amends the Texas Penal Code and Property Code to address unauthorized occupancy of residential property and fraudulent real property documents. It allows property owners or their agents to request sheriffs to remove unauthorized occupants from residential properties. It creates criminal offenses for presenting false documents to claim real property interests and for selling, renting, or leasing residential property without legal authority. It also increases penalties for damaging property during certain offenses. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB4467 creates offenses for unauthorized occupancy of residential property and fraudulent real property documents.

Texas HB4467 amends the Texas Penal Code and Property Code to address unauthorized occupancy of residential property and fraudulent real property documents. It allows property owners or their agents to request sheriffs to remove unauthorized occupants from residential properties. It creates criminal offenses for presenting false documents to claim real property interests and for selling, renting, or leasing residential property without legal authority. It also increases penalties for damaging property during certain offenses. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.