Q: Statute of limitations on a car that was never repossessed. Ex husband was ordered in divorce to payoff and sign to me
Recently found out he stopped paying on it several years ago and that repo was looking for it then. My question is what shall I do about this situation. I did contact finance company when I found out and the person was not very informative but casually said someone will come get it next week. That was several months ago and car is still here no one has called or come yet.
A: You have raised two separate legal issues. Regarding the divorce agreement, you can return to family court and pursue your ex for the value of the car that was never paid off. Regarding the repo, that is an issue between the finance company and whoever's name is on the finance documents. If the loan was in your ex's name then your remedy appears to be in family court. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
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