Missouri · Missouri Revised Statutes — Criminal Offenses (Ch. 565–575)

Mo. Rev. Stat. (Crimes) § 570.310: Mortgage fraud

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

Mortgage fraud occurs when someone willfully deceives in a real estate loan application—such as making false statements, using schemes to defraud, or improperly influencing appraisals. It is classified as a class D felony.

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