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TN HB0196

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/16/2025

Primary Sponsor

Tom Leatherwood

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Origin

House of Representatives

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Transferring land via general warranty deed while knowingly concealing outstanding liens, mortgages, deeds of trust, or other claims with intent to defraud becomes a Class E felony
  • Conviction carries imprisonment as specified under Tennessee Code § 40-35-111(b)(5), which provides for 1-6 years incarceration
  • Juries may impose an additional fine of up to $4,000
  • Amends Tennessee Code Annotated Section 66-3-104 by replacing the existing subsection (a)
  • Takes effect immediately upon becoming law

Legislative Description

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 8; Title 39; Title 62 and Title 66, relative to deed fraud.

Criminal Offenses

Last Action

Assigned to s/c Civil Justice Subcommittee

2/3/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/3/2025

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