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Lawmakers weigh title‑fraud study and a probate‑to‑registry notice requirement after fraud examples
Summary
Lawmakers advanced a study approach to address quick‑claim deed and title fraud and heard testimony supporting HB 11‑56, which would require probate notices to be recorded at county registries of deeds so municipalities are notified of ownership changes. The Attorney General’s office and registries described cases of impersonation and forged notary stamps.
Representative Kerr introduced HB 10‑40, proposing a study committee to review quick‑claim deed and title fraud and possible policy remedies after a national realtor survey showed increased incidents. Kerr said the proposal is a cautious first step to study options — from stricter filing requirements and additional proof for out‑of‑state filers to safe‑harbors for registers of deeds and…
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