Q: How do I file for adverse possession on house that has been abandoned for several years. I have occupied it since 2016 a
Prior to that the owners had died and told my mom she could have the house because she cared for them when they needed help for shopping and healthcare. I have keys to the home and have painted inside and put a wood floor down and was in process of roof repair. But last week the house was boarded up with 4 kittens inside. I was told the kitties were picked up by animal control and I discovered just last night that they were still inside the house. I found a window open and was able to rescue them bc the momma cat kept talking to me. They r now about 6weeks old and there was food and water down when they were imprisoned. What can I do to get immediate results. Also EVERYTHING I own is in that house. Also my mom ihas Alzheimer's and doesn't know what she is doing or saying these days and I believe the man who has been buying houses around here for section 8 rentals has been getting misinformed by talking to her from what little bit mom said to me. It's a mess for sure.
A: It does not appear that you have any legal or equitable interest in the property. You did not mention taxes being paid by you or any type of deed conveyance. In fact it looks like you do not even have possession which a new owner would have to evict you from. Adverse Possession cannot be filed for, instead it is the legal grounds for Quieting Title or Ejectment Actions.
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