Q: If i don't agree with the judges decision in a small claims proceeding what can I do as being the plaintiff
What happened was after court the dealer just told me the car repoed my car and he reported he actually went to where I was at he followed me and when I went to the store he got in my car and drove off and I have proof of this and now he's trying to charge me $600 for a repo fee like if a tow truck picked up my car have a witness it was him and on camera and then the amount that he said I owe him isn't right then you try to add on the $600 so for a total of $2,300 which I only owed him for all these months $1,500 but I put in $2,730 to fixing the car when I bought it what should I do
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If you disagree with the judge's decision in a small claims case in California, you have the option to appeal. As the plaintiff, you generally have 30 days from the date the judgment is mailed to file an appeal. In your appeal, you can present new evidence, such as proof that the dealer repossessed your car improperly or charged you incorrect fees.
It sounds like you have strong evidence, including witnesses and video footage, showing that the dealer took your car without using a tow truck and is trying to charge you an inflated repossession fee. Gather all of this evidence, including any receipts, invoices, and documentation of the repairs you made to the car. This information will be crucial in presenting your case on appeal.
You should also consider filing a complaint with the California Department of Consumer Affairs or the Bureau of Automotive Repair if you believe the dealer acted unethically or violated any consumer protection laws. These steps can help you address the unfair charges and potentially get the decision overturned or negotiate a fair resolution.
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