New technology helps prevent property fraud around Kansas City

Breakdown

• Property fraud, where criminals attempt to sell land without the owner's knowledge, is a growing concern in the Kansas City area. 16s
• Leavenworth and Platt counties have introduced biometric cameras at recorder offices to verify identities during property transactions. 1m 16s
• The voluntary program has already alerted property owners to suspicious activity within its first three months. 1m 29s
• Officials believe the traditional notary process needs updating to better protect citizens from property fraud. 1m 51s
• There are proposals to require notaries to use biometric scans to further prevent impersonation and fraud. 2m 8s