Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Pennsylvania

Can someone hold personal items "hostage" for money you owe them


Asked on 10/21/14, 8:46 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

ANDREA G. TILLIS Law Offices of Andrea G. Tillis

It depends on the circumstances. For example, a garage can have printed on their work order that they will hold the automobile until payment for the repairs is made. In such case, the mechanic can legally hold the vehicle until payment is made.

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Answered on 10/21/14, 10:26 pm


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