The Law Association of Trinidad and Tobago is warning about what it says is “the increasing prevalence of identity theft and the use of fraudulent documents by fraudsters in land transactions”.
LATT, in a release, warns that many instances of fraud are happening with respect to the sale, purchase, and mortgage of residential property.
Citing a recent judicial decision concerning identity theft in the sale of a property, LATT expressed concern at the fact that experienced professionals in the property business are having difficulty recognising fraudulent activity.
The Law Association is advising all stakeholders and the public to be aware of and carry out their responsibilities with extra care and attention, to ensure the incidence of fraud is reduced substantially.