Unpaid Car Repair Dispute

Summary

In North Carolina, you can ask someone to leave your property and may have a mechanics lien on a car for unpaid work. If the person refuses to leave, you can call the police. You generally arent required to identify yourself to the police unless theres reasonable suspicion of a crime. You can also ask the police to leave your property if they dont have a warrant or theres no immediate danger. Filing a mechanics lien typically costs between $15 to $30, but hiring an attorney can increase the cost. Document all work and communicate with the car owner about payment.

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i was working on someone's car at my property and. they have not paid me yet. and he keeps wanting to come sit in my yard all day while i work. he called the police today. what is the best way for me to tell them the situation and that i want him to leave?
Hello Brianna, could you please specify your location? The laws concerning trespassing and personal property can vary from place to place.
north carolina
Hello Brianna, in North Carolina, you can:
*. Ask the person to leave politely.
*. Write a letter, detailing your request.
*. If they continue to trespass, consider calling the police.
*. You may also consider filing a civil lawsuit for trespassing.
Remember, it's important to document everything.
do i have to identify myself to the police on my own property?
In North Carolina, you generally aren't required to identify yourself unless there's reasonable suspicion of a crime. However, it's often advisable to cooperate to avoid further escalation. Always remain calm and respectful.
can i ask police to leave my property?
In North Carolina, you can ask police to leave your property if they don't have a warrant or there's no immediate danger. However, it's important to be respectful and cooperative to avoid unnecessary conflict.
am i entitled to keep a car i worked on until i receive payment if the cost is in excess of $*?
In North Carolina:
*. You may have a lien on the car for unpaid work, allowing you to keep it until payment.
*. This is under the "mechanic's lien" law.
*. Carefully document all work done and communicate with the owner about payment.
how much does a mechanics lien cost?
In North Carolina, the cost to file a mechanic's lien varies but typically ranges from $* to $*. However, if you hire an attorney or a lien service to handle the process, the cost can be significantly higher.