Vehicle Ownership Dispute Resolution

Summary

Possession doesnt equate to ownership in Georgia. The title is crucial for vehicle ownership. Verbal agreements can be binding but are hard to prove. Written agreements are stronger but may not suffice for vehicle transfers. Seek local legal advice.

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Cedric plather
Hello Cedric, nice to meet you. I'm here to provide some legal guidance. Can you please tell me more about the legal issue you're dealing with?
I was given a vehicle. At the time of receipt, the owner had to file for title and wait for it to be sent. It was agreed that i would take possession of the vehicle until. While waiting for title, i lost contact with owner until yesterday, when he demanded his tag or he would retake possession of vehicle. I delivered the tag. Today he came and took possession of the vehicle, title in hand. Dobu
Hello Cedric, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Could you please clarify where this occurred? The laws regarding vehicle possession and title transfer vary from place to place.
Ga.
Hello Cedric, in Georgia:
- Possession doesn't necessarily mean ownership.
- The title is critical. If it's in his name, he legally owns the car.
- If he hasn't transferred the title to you, it's still his car.
You might need legal representation to solve this matter.
The verbal agreement and witnesses would not serve as a binding document?
Hello Cedric, in Georgia:
- Verbal agreements can be legally binding but are harder to prove.
- Having witnesses can help, but it doesn't guarantee the outcome.
- You might consider seeking advice from a local attorney for further guidance.
If stipulations are made in writing and are met is that not legally binding?
Hello Cedric, in Georgia:
- Written agreements are typically legally binding if they meet certain requirements.
- However, for certain transactions like vehicle transfers, a written contract might not be enough.
- Legal advice from a local attorney would be beneficial.