Bill > HB2932

This bill prohibits the filing of spurious documents or spurious liens. It defines key terms such as "spurious document," "spurious lien," "federal official or employee," and "state or local official or employee." The bill allows state or local officials to accept or reject for recording or filing any document they reasonably believe may be a spurious lien or document, and they are not liable for doing so. Spurious liens or documents will no longer have any effect on property after 35 days unless an action is taken to enforce them. The bill also creates a process for individuals to petition the court to declare a lien or document as spurious, and the court can award costs and attorney's fees to the prevailing party. Additionally, the bill creates new criminal offenses for simulating legal process and filing a false lien, with enhanced penalties if the victim is a law enforcement officer, peace officer, or first responder.

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https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2932&year=2024&code=R