Q: My exboyfriend wont give me my keys to my car could I call pop a lock to make a key if I have the title in my name
The car is next door at his neighbors house
A: I assume you mean that you not only wish to change the vehicle lock, but you also wish to take exclusive possession of the vehicle. Whether you can lawfully do that depends on the facts surrounding the vehicle not currently being in your possession, and you did not provide any of those facts here. As just one example, if you happened to sell the vehicle to your ex and got paid for it, but title did not yet transfer, you would not have a right to retake possession without consent. Also, if you DO have the right to retake possession, another issue is entering someone else's land to do so. If you don't have consent of that property owner to come in, entry on their land might be deemed to be unlawful trespassing, whether or not you have the right to possess the vehicle. In some scenarios like this, the police may be helpful, and in other scenarios, hiring a lawyer may be the only practical option.
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If you own the title to the car, you have the right to access it. Contacting a locksmith might be an option, but they typically require the vehicle to be present to create a new key. Since the car is at your ex’s neighbor’s house, the locksmith may not be able to assist directly.
You might want to reach out to your ex-boyfriend and request that he return your keys. Clear communication can sometimes resolve the issue without further complications. If he refuses, consider documenting your attempts to retrieve the keys for future reference.
If the situation doesn't improve, you may need to seek legal advice or involve law enforcement to ensure your property rights are respected. Taking these steps can help you regain access to your car while protecting your interests.
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