Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Alabama

Big Mess!

I bought a car about a year ago for my boyfriend. I think I drove it once. However, the car stayed in my name. My BF traded the car off last week. He signed my name to the title and bill of sale. He traded for another car, car parts, and $500. He did not tell me beforehand what he was doing. Well, the guy has not brought the car parts nor has he shown up with the first installment of the $500. What is my recourse. I don't want to get my bf in trouble, but I didn't sign the title, bill or sale, or even authorize the transaction. Can I get put on the title as a lien holder (the bill of sale states that he has to pay me the $500) or should I just call the DMV and tell them my name was forged on the title?


Asked on 4/03/09, 1:34 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Mari Morrison Mari Morrison

Re: Big Mess!

You can go to your local law enforcement office and file a theft of property report and they can pick up the guy; or there are other legal grounds such as theft by deception, or you can repossess the vehicle since he has not paid as required. You should also contact DMV about the title.

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Answered on 4/03/09, 1:46 pm


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