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.
Replevin For Vehicle In Pennsylvania
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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.
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.
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.
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.
An action of replevin shall be commenced by filing a complaint with the prothonotary. The provisions of this Rule 1073 adopted June 23, 1975, effective October 1, 1975, 5 Pa. B. 1824.
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.
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.
Under Pennsylvania law, replevin actions have a two-year statute of limitations.
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Many times, it becomes necessary to get a court involved when seeking to have the property that is legally yours returned. The process of starting a replevin action usually begins with filing a complaint.The writ of replevin allows law enforcement, such as the sheriff, to take possession of the property (the vehicle) and return it to you. This form is used to obtain a Pennsylvania Certificate of Title for vehicles not currently titled in Pennsylvania, or which were repossessed (1. Redemption and termination of contract after repossession. (a) Retaining motor vehicle. Under Pennsylvania law, lenders can repossess a borrower's car if they default on the loan. When completing Form MV-217A, the vehicle record is not yet in the applicant's name; therefore,. Gov or faxed to . After several months (around 18 or so) my vehicle was yet to be repossessed.