Q: if someone has a vehicle of someone's and will not give it back to the real owner with the title, can owner just take it
person one is keeping a vehicle of person 2 (the real owner) will not give it back because he said person 2 owes him money. can person 2 just go get the vehicle?
A: I'm afraid the answer is "it depends," especially if the car is placed on private property. Contact the Stafford County Sheriff's Office and be prepared to show them the paperwork. If that doesn't work, speak with a local attorney to take it through the court system. I don't think it's proper that your car is being held as unwilling collateral, but don't be surprised if there is a countersuit for the money allegedly owed. Good luck.
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