Foreclosure; use of false records, documents, or statements. (HB2336)
Introduced By
Del. Bob Marshall (R-Manassas) with support from co-patron Del. Terry Kilgore (R-Gate City)
Progress
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Introduced |
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
☐ |
Signed by Governor |
☐ |
Became Law |
Description
Foreclosure; use of false records, documents, or statements. Provides that any person who knowingly makes, uses, or causes to be made or used a false or fraudulent record, document, or statement in support of any foreclosure shall be liable to the injured party. Upon proof of both a violation and damages, the injured party shall be entitled to appropriate equitable relief and compensatory damages. If compensatory damages are awarded, an injured party may also be awarded punitive damages. A person violating the provisions of this bill shall be liable for reasonable attorney fees and costs of a civil action. View Full Text »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
- 01/18/2013 Presented and ordered printed 13103739D
- 01/18/2013 Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice
- 01/22/2013 Assigned Courts sub: #2 Civil
- 01/23/2013 Subcommittee recommends laying on the table
- 02/05/2013 Left in Courts of Justice
Comments
Why is this failing?????? There should be some protection for consumers in the state of Virginia.......with all the false and fraudulent dealings behind foreclosures by lenders I don't understand the failure of this bill.
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