Complaint Replevin Sample Format In Pennsylvania

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Civil Actions - Replevin

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US-000265

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This form is a Verfied Complaint for Replevin. The plaintiff has filed this action against defendant in order to replevy certain property in the defendant's possession.

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Under Pennsylvania law, replevin actions have a two-year statute of limitations.

The process of starting a replevin action usually begins with filing a complaint. It also requires filing an affidavit in the county or district court where the property is. The affidavit: States that the plaintiff claims rightful ownership or entitlement to possession of the property.

If the value of the property is greater than $25,000 then the Complaint must be filed in the Superior Court. If the value of the property is $25,000 or less, the filer may actually file in either the Circuit Court or the Superior Court.

General Information: “Replevin” is a process whereby seized goods may be restored to their owner. In a replevin case, the Plaintiff claims a right to personal property (as opposed to real property/real estate) which has been wrongfully taken or detained by the defendant and seeks to recover that personal property.

Comply With the Relevant Federal, State, and Local Rules. Research Before Writing. Allege Subject Matter Jurisdiction, Personal Jurisdiction, and Venue. Jurisdiction. Draft Concise and Plain Statement of the Facts. Factual Allegations. Draft Separate Counts for Each Legal Claim. Plead Facts With Particularity Where Necessary.

Creditors use replevin actions to recover collateral when debtors default on secured loans. For example, a bank might file a replevin action against a borrower to repossess the borrower's car after he missed too many payments.

An action for replevin is brought by filing a Complaint in the appropriate County. After the filing of the Complaint in replevin, in order to take immediate possession of the property, the party seeking the property can seek a writ of seizure from the Court.

The Complaint: The complaint in replevin typically must include: (i) a description of the property to be replevied; (ii) its value; (iii) its location if known; and (iv) the material facts upon which the claim is based – in other words, why the filing party is entitled to seize the property that has been taken.

When filing a replevin suit, the plaintiff must provide evidence that they are the rightful owner of the property in question and that it was taken without justification or consent.

Replevin can also refer to a writ authorizing the retaking of property by its rightful owner (i.e., the remedy sought by replevin actions). Replevin may be ordered as a final judgment, or in some jurisdictions, as a provisional remedy.

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1. Fill out a Complaint form. a. Near the top of the first page, write your name in the space above the word.The procedure in the action of replevin from the commencement to the entry of judgment shall be in accordance with the rules relating to a civil action. Section 1 Fill out the name and address for the Plaintiff(s). • Section 2 – Fill out the name and address of the Defendant(s). These forms must be filled out and submitted to the Clerk of the Court together. You can also file the replevin complaint yourself. This is a Sample Answer format used to respond to a complaint in the Court of Common. Pleas. How do I remove someone from my premises who is not under a lease with me? What is required when filing a complaint for replevin?

Complaint Replevin Sample Format In Pennsylvania

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