Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Georgia

I moved out of my old house last month around the 15th, leaving one of my cars there until I could arrange to have it towed or find some one to follow me over to my new place (my license is suspended). I wasn't concerned about leaving it because the landlord would finally have to fix a lot of problems he ignored while we lived there before anyone else would be moving in. I went back on the 28th to get it and the other tenant upstairs told me the landlord took it to "get some money for it" (the landlord's words). He may have tried to call me (I don't know his number) but I never spoke to him over the phone once the whole year and a half we lived there, just mailed the check with notes when there was something to say. I assume he had a right to tow my car somewhere, but if I get in touch with him and find out he sold it already (it is 12 years old, i assume he would scrap it), can I press charges or sue him for the two grand I spent on the car less than a year ago? I appreciate any input.


Asked on 3/01/11, 7:53 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

First of all if the took the car he propbably committed a felony. I assume you have made a police report and they are investigating. If he did sell the car without proper procedures, he can be arrested.

You may also be able to sue him (for the present value of the car, not what you paid for it) but bear in mind if he has any claims he can also sue you.

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Answered on 3/01/11, 2:59 pm


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