Union County Property Fraud Alert System
Public Safety·July 31, 2026

Union County Property Fraud Alert System

Maria Torres · Union County Life

The Union County Clerk Office has announced a free Property Fraud Alert Notification system to help Union County property owners respond quickly to unauthorized, potentially fraudulent activity involving their property.

The system is completely free for all Union County property owners. Citing an increase in property-related fraud in New Jersey and around the country, the Clerk Office is urging property owners to register for the service.

Property owners in Union County can subscribe to the free Property Fraud Alert system by registering online or by contacting the Property Fraud Alert call center at 1-800-728-3858.

The alert system is designed to provide property owners with notification of fraudulent activity and support for rapid response. Registration takes only minutes and provides no-cost protection.

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FAQ

Q: What is the Property Fraud Alert system?
A: The Property Fraud Alert system is a free notification service offered by the Union County Clerk Office to help property owners respond quickly to unauthorized or potentially fraudulent activity involving their property.

Q: Who can register for the Property Fraud Alert system?
A: All Union County property owners can register for free.

Q: Is there a cost to register?
A: No, the Property Fraud Alert system is completely free for all Union County property owners.

Q: How do I register for the Property Fraud Alert system?
A: Property owners can register online at https://www.propertyfraudalert.com/NJUnion or by calling the Property Fraud Alert call center at 1-800-728-3858.

Q: How long does it take to register?
A: Registration takes only minutes and provides no-cost protection.

Q: Why is the Union County Clerk Office offering this service?
A: The Clerk Office cited an increase in property-related fraud in New Jersey and around the country and is urging property owners to register to protect themselves.

Q: What should I do if I notice fraudulent activity on my property?
A: Contact the Property Fraud Alert call center at 1-800-728-3858 immediately if you notice any unauthorized or fraudulent activity.

Q: Where can I find more Union County information?
A: Union County Life covers Union County government announcements, municipal news, and civic information. Subscribe to your municipality's newsletter or visit unioncountylife.com for updates.

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