Property Transfer Disputes: Challenging Fraudulent or Invalid Transfers
Learn how Indian law deals with fraudulent or invalid property transfers and the remedies available to protect ownership rights.
Advocate Harshit Sachar
9/8/20251 min read


Property transfer is one of the most crucial legal acts, but unfortunately, it is also prone to fraud and malpractice. Disputes often arise when a property is sold through misrepresentation, coercion, forgery, or by a person without legal ownership rights.
✅ Common Causes of Property Transfer Disputes
Forgery of documents – Fake signatures or fabricated sale deeds.
Misrepresentation – Seller hides material facts such as existing mortgages.
Transfer by unauthorized persons – When property is sold by someone without legal title.
Coercion or undue influence – When consent of the transferor is not free.
Stamp duty and registration errors – Improperly registered documents cause disputes later.
⚖ Legal Remedies Available
Cancellation of Sale Deed – A civil suit can be filed to cancel a fraudulent transfer.
Declaration of Ownership – Courts can declare the true owner of property.
Criminal Action – FIR for fraud, forgery, or cheating.
Injunction Orders – To restrain further illegal transfers.
Rectification Deed – In case of clerical or registration errors.
📌 Why Legal Help is Essential
Challenging a fraudulent transfer involves both civil and criminal proceedings. Immediate legal action ensures rightful ownership is protected.
💡 This blog is Sachar Law Firm’s viewpoint for general awareness and reading purposes.
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