Debt Recovery And Property Retrieval

Summary

If someone owes you money and has your property in Louisiana, you can sue for the amount owed in a Louisiana small claims court. For unlawfully withheld property, you could file a claim for replevin or detinue. If the person agreed to deliver your property and hasnt, you may have a case for breach of contract. Consult with a Louisiana attorney for precise advice.

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I have a person that owes me money and also has my property in their possesion that keeps givine me run around.
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Could you provide more information about your location? Laws related to debt recovery and property retrieval may vary depending on where you live.
I live in alabama but my property is in louisana
Hello ****,
In this case, the laws of Louisiana would likely apply, since that's where the property is:
- You could sue for the amount owed in a Louisiana small claims court.
- If your property is being unlawfully withheld, you could file a claim for 'replevin' or 'detinue'.
Please consult with a Louisiana attorney for precise advice.
I just moved here. They were suppose to deliver it here since january
Hello ****, if the person agreed to deliver your property and hasn't, you may have a case for breach of contract. It would be best to consult with an attorney to discuss your options.
Do i need * here or there?
Hello ****, it would be beneficial to consult with an attorney in Louisiana since that's where the property is and where the agreement was made. They're more familiar with local laws on this matter.