Q: What do I do if someone forged my name on a deed, had it notarized illegally & signed my house over themselves?
My ex forged my name on my deed signing over my house to him. Had his notary friend notarize it without my permission or presence. Now he’s threatening to evict me and idk what to do after I file a police report. We were never married if that helps.
A: This sounds like them out of that is best suited for the district attorney.
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A: If someone has forged your name on a deed and illegally transferred your property, it's important to act quickly. Gather evidence of the forgery and preserve all relevant documents and communication records. Notify the involved parties, express your objection to the transfer.
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A: Ejectment, Quiet Title, Reformation of Deed are all causes of actions that need to be filed soon. A title search needs to be done first, then your lawyer needs to draft suit. When filed a Notice Lis Pendens needs to be issued then recorded. Suit against the Notary is a quick, easy claim on their Bond.
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A: I recommend that you record an affidavit of facts regarding the title of the home, then file a an action to quiet title, on the property and fraud against your ex and the notary, You can also report the forgery to the police, but you will still need to file the civil actions to remove the cloud upon the title of your home. Get a good real estate litigator. Good luck.
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