TX SB1853

Allows property owners who believe a recorded document fraudulently conveys title to or interest in their real property to file a verified motion with the district clerk for judicial review

Permits district judges to review and rule on fraudulent conveyance motions ex parte (without notice to other parties) based solely on document review, without requiring testimony or a hearing

Eliminates filing fees for both the district clerk (motion filing) and county clerk (recording court findings) in fraudulent conveyance actions

Requires the court's finding of fact and conclusion of law to be recorded in real property records and mailed to both the movant and the person who filed the original document within 7 days

Subjects movants to sanctions under Chapter 10, Civil Practice and Remedies Code, if the motion is determined to be frivolous

Takes effect immediately with two-thirds legislative vote, otherwise September 1, 2025