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What This Bill Does
The Alachua County Clerk of the Circuit Court provides a free automated email service to notify property owners when documents are recorded in their name. This service is designed to help residents detect potential property or mortgage fraud early by monitoring official county records.
Residents can sign up to receive automatic email alerts whenever a document is recorded under their name in Alachua County, providing an early warning system for potential fraudulent activity involving their property.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Alachua County Property Owners
Property owners can register to receive automated alerts regarding documents recorded in their name.
Alachua County Clerk of the Circuit Court
The office manages the recording system and provides the notification service to the public.
Key Facts
- The Recording Notification Service (RNS) is a free service that sends automated emails when a document is recorded in the Alachua County Official Records under a monitored name.
- Users can monitor up to 10 different name variations per registered email address.
- The service only alerts users to documents recorded after the date of registration.
- Registration information, including names and email addresses, is protected from public disclosure under Florida Statute 28.47(5)(b).
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- The Clerk of the Court is legally required to record all documents that meet statutory requirements and cannot refuse to record a document even if it is suspected to be fraudulent.
- Documents cannot be removed from the Official Records without a court order.
- The Clerk of Court, Property Appraiser, and Tax Collector offices do not have the authority to take legal action to reverse fraudulent activity.
- Suspected fraud should be reported to the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office or a private attorney.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this service prevent property fraud?
What should I do if I suspect I am a victim of property fraud?
Is my registration information public?
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Statutory Protection of User Data
The document explicitly cites Florida Statute 28.47(5)(b) to reassure users that their registration data for the notification service is exempt from public records requests.
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