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St. Lawrence County Clerk warns of ongoing deed scam

Posted 9/5/13

A deed scam is once again circulating throughout the county, according to St. Lawrence County Clerk Mary Lou Rupp. Rupp says several concerned residents have contacted her office about a letter they …

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St. Lawrence County Clerk warns of ongoing deed scam

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A deed scam is once again circulating throughout the county, according to St. Lawrence County Clerk Mary Lou Rupp.

Rupp says several concerned residents have contacted her office about a letter they received in the mail. The letter comes in the form of an invoice labeled “Deed Processing Notice” and advises property owners to purchase a copy of their deed for $83.

Rupp says there is no need for residents to purchase a certified copy of their deed unless their original deed can’t be found, and even if they do need to get a copy, they can get one from her office for $5.

Anyone who responds to the solicitation will unnecessarily pay an extra $78, Rupp says.

“Please disregard the letter if you receive it and contact the County Clerk’s Office if you would like a copy of your deed,” said Rupp.