The forms can be filled in on the computer. FORM OF NEW YORK CITY PRE-REPLEVIN LETTER.The court has placed the most commonly used forms on line as a resource. Please be advised that the forms detailed below are intended to be a guide. Replevin is the legal term for having seized goods returned to their previous owner; in other words, the return of property. COMPLAINT - The replevin complaint form should be typed or printed. Solutions For Every Industry. In New York down to the year 1877 there seem to have been two currents of decision on this point. Two additional points raised in Artibee are discussed below. Use the Civil Case Management Plan form contained in the General Order 25 filing packet.