Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Texas

Abandoned Personal Property

An Ex roommate moved to Neb. and left all their furn. in my home 9 months ago. 3 months ago they called to see about obtaining property as they owe me over 1200.00 I informed them in writing they could have belongings when they paid money owed.Have not heard from since. Do I have the right to keep property and if not can I charge storage on property .What are my rights and recourse in this matter?


Asked on 12/23/00, 7:56 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
James Grissom Law Office of James P. Grissom

Re: Abandoned Personal Property

Notify them in writing by Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested, give them 30 days to pay debt and receive property and notify them of the date of the sale. If not paid according to notice, sell the property on the date and time noticed.

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Answered on 12/27/00, 10:01 am


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