What happens is someone else signs my name to open up a credit line?

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What happens is someone else signs my name to open up a credit line?

My girlfriend and I bought a new bed recently. We went together and we filled out paperwork to see if we prequalified for a loan. She co-signed for me. At that point we waited until the next day to finish the final paperwork as we had to put some money down upfront and had to wait. That morning I didn’t wake up and go. She went by herself. Now while at the storethe f inal paperwork needed to be finished and signed. Remind you I wasn’t present. So my girlfriend signed all the paperwork even on the credit agreement form (where I was supposed sign) she signed her name. Is that valid? Is she responsible?

Asked on June 5, 2011 under Bankruptcy Law, North Carolina

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

Generally speaking, when someone signs your name to something it is known as forgery.  People can sign documents with consent if the consenting party has given them the proper authority, like a Power of Attorney.  Listen, she was absolutely wrong to do it and I think that you have every right to be angry.  But may I ask: did you intend to sign the paperwork anyway the next day but just over slept?  If the answer is yes it does not change the fact that she forged your name which is illegal.  I just think that you may not want to jump the gun and have her arrested.  I would contact the place where you intended to purchase the bed and let them know that they might want to pull the paperwork and hold it for the time being.  Then decide what you wish to do.  Good luck. 


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