In Mexico, property takeovers often start not with force, but with paper. A forged “neighborhood assembly” can be the first move in a calculated plan to strip families of their homes. These so-called assemblies are frequently staged in private homes — even when official public auditoriums exist — and are […]
Mes: julio 2025
Forged Deeds, Duplicated Files, and Institutional Complicity
Once a building is occupied, the next step is creating a façade of legality. This is where things become more sophisticated. Fake property deeds, multiple intestate proceedings in different courts, forged sales contracts, and friendly notaries all form part of the operation. In some cases, the illegal occupants go as […]
The Invisible Crimes Behind Property Invasions
Invading a building isn’t just a physical act. It’s a coordinated criminal scheme involving legal, political, and social manipulation. Mexican law recognizes several crimes often committed in these invasions: When public officials or licensed attorneys are involved, these crimes are aggravated and can result in mandatory pretrial detention. Surveillance cameras, […]
