If my car was repossessedd and all of my personal property was taken, what can I do?
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If my car was repossessedd and all of my personal property was taken, what can I do?
Car was returned; keep getting runaround.
Asked on December 19, 2011 under Bankruptcy Law, California
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Was the personal property taken by a court officer (e.g. a sheriff or constable), pursuant to a court order, issued after a valid judgment against you, to "execute" on your property? If so, there may be nothing you can do--executing on property is one of the legal mechanisms for securing payment of debts.
But if it was taken otherwise, it may well have been improper--potentially even criminal--to do so, and you may be able to sue for the return of the property, for compensation or damages, and possibly also look to bring criminal charges. If you think this is the case, you should consult with an attorney who can help you vindicate your rights. If you cannot afford a lawyer, trying contacting Legal Services--they provide legal assistance to those who cannot pay for an attorney.
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