Insurance Check Car Ownership

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Minors in Florida cannot legally own property, including cars. If an insurance check was used to buy a car, it would be legally owned by the parent or guardian. Consult a legal professional for personalized advice.

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i have questions about an insurance check and rights to my car as a minor
Hello Ava, could you please specify your location? Laws vary depending on the state or country. Also, could you provide more details about your situation?
florida
Hello Ava, thank you for sharing. In Florida:
- Minors can't legally own property, including cars.
- Insurance checks for damages might be issued in the name of a parent or guardian.
- Car ownership transfer to a minor may require a co-signer.
Could you clarify what your specific issue is about?
i was a passenger in a car accident and injured which got me an insurance check. the insurance check was used to buy my car. now my parents say i have no rights to the car, is that true?
Hello Ava, in Florida:
- Minors cannot legally own property, which includes cars.
- If the car was bought with insurance money issued to your parent or guardian, it would be legally theirs.
- However, it's advisable to get a legal professional to review your specific case.