MI SB1202

Creates a new felony offense for making false representations concerning title to real property, punishable by imprisonment of 1-5 years or a fine up to $10,000, or both.

Criminalizes four specific actions: claiming false interest/lien in recorded documents, executing/notarizing false documents, causing false documents to be recorded, and "robosigning" documents.

Establishes enhanced penalties for a pattern of false title representations in 2 or more transactions within 4 years with aggregate loss exceeding $250, increasing imprisonment to 3-20 years and fines up to $50,000.

Imposes civil fines up to $5,000 per violation enforceable by the Attorney General, and allows property owners to sue for actual damages, attorney fees, and costs; robosigning violations subject to triple damages.

Requires property owners to request correction within 20 days before pursuing civil action; bill takes effect 90 days after enactment and is contingent on Senate Bill 1203 becoming law.