Unlawful detention in the real property context means keeping possession of real property without a right, such as after a lease has expired. Such possession entitles the owner to file a lawsuit for "unlawful detainer," asking for possession by court order, unpaid rent and damages.
This form is a generic example that may be referred to when preparing such a form for your particular state. It is for illustrative purposes only. Local laws should be consulted to determine any specific requirements for such a form in a particular jurisdiction.
A Virgin Islands Complaint for Damages and Relief for Unlawful Detention of Real Property Formerly Held by Plaintiff Pursuant to a License — Squatter's Rights is a legal document filed in the Virgin Islands court system seeking compensation and relief for the unlawful detention of real property that was previously held by the plaintiff through a license. Keywords: Virgin Islands, complaint, damages, relief, unlawful detention, real property, license, squatter's rights Types of Virgin Islands Complaint for Damages and Relief for Unlawful Detention of Real Property Formerly Held by Plaintiff Pursuant to a License — Squatter's Rights may include: 1. Residential Property Unlawful Detention Complaint: This type of complaint is filed when the real property in question is a residential dwelling, such as a house or apartment, that was unlawfully detained by a defendant who claimed squatter's rights. 2. Commercial Property Unlawful Detention Complaint: This type of complaint is filed when the real property involved is a commercial building or space that was wrongfully occupied and detained by a defendant asserting squatter's rights. 3. Land Unlawful Detention Complaint: In cases where the disputed real property is undeveloped land, a land unlawful detention complaint can be filed to seek damages and relief for the unlawful occupation of the land based on unjustifiable squatter's rights claims. 4. Public Property Unlawful Detention Complaint: This type of complaint is relevant when the real property unlawfully detained is owned by the government or considered public property. It may involve cases where individuals or organizations wrongfully occupy public spaces without legal authorization, claiming squatter's rights. In each case, the plaintiff files the complaint to assert their legal right to the property, seeking monetary compensation for damages suffered, eviction of the defendant, and any other relief deemed appropriate by the court.
