Car Ownership Legal Rights

Summary

As an 18-year-old car owner in Michigan, you are the legal owner if your name is on the title. Your mother cannot take your car unless she has a legal reason, such as unpaid debts. Keep proof of insurance payments and document your oral agreement to avoid disputes.

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I have a question about a car
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Michigan
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So I’m * and I own the car and my name is on the title but I’m on my mothers insurance but we have an oral agreement and pay her money for the insurance can my mother take my car
Since you're * and your name is on the title, you are the legal owner of the car in Michigan. Unless she has a legal reason (e.g. you owe her money), your mother cannot take your car. However, it's important to:
- Keep proof of your payments for the insurance
- Avoid disputes by documenting your oral agreement.