How could it not be in your possession? The title means you are the owner and you are the only person who can drive it, anyone else must have your permission, a license, and in many states be insured.
If you sold the car, you must have signed the title, then it was handed in and a new title for the new owner was made.
If you loaned the car it is technically stolen if it was not returned.
If you try to retrieve a loaned car you'd better make very sure that you have a police officer with you and the title in your hands to show him/her along with proper identification.
as long as you physically have the title in your possession and its in your name and they haven't signed the back, you are still the legal owner. A title company would have to give proof of your financial obligation to them
The phrase "possession is nine-tenths of the law" is not a legal doctrine but rather a common saying that suggests that possession is a strong factor in determining ownership. In the U.S., legal ownership is established through titles, contracts, and other legal means, not merely through possession. While possession can influence legal outcomes, especially in cases of adverse possession, it does not guarantee legal rights to property without proper documentation or legal title.
Yes, a co-buyer can take possession of the car if they are listed on the title and have a legal right to do so.
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La Possession
The state of being an owner; the right to own; exclusive right of possession; legal or just claim or title; proprietorship.
The state of being an owner; the right to own; exclusive right of possession; legal or just claim or title; proprietorship.
If their name is still on the title, they still have ownership rights. You need to get that straightened out and then their entry into your home becomes a legal issue. You can change the locks.
Both have equal right to possession unless and until some over riding legal action takes place. EG: The dealer or other owner removes his/her name. The courts order the title to be assigned to one or the other person and so on.
In many jurisdictions, adverse possession can still be claimed on property that has been auctioned, but it often depends on the specific laws governing adverse possession and the auction process in that area. Generally, once the property is sold at auction, the new owner typically has clear title, which may limit the ability of a squatter to claim adverse possession. However, if the original conditions for adverse possession are met prior to the auction, the original possessor might still pursue a claim, although this can be legally complex. It's advisable to consult a legal expert to understand the implications in your specific situation.
Yes. The lienholder is the rightful, legal owner of the vehicle, and can take possession of that vehicle anywhere.
A title company helps sellers transfer titles and they help buyers take possession of titles. They are responsible for making sure the sale proceeds in a legal way and do a lot of the paperwork.