To initiate the replevin action, creditors must attach proof of a bill of sale, property title, debt agreement, etc. to a complaint filed with the clerk of court. This filing will include a replevin summons, as well as filing the original documents with the court as well.
After a claim or defense is determined to be maintainable on behalf of a class under subdivision (d), the claim or defense shall not be voluntarily withdrawn, dismissed, or compromised without approval of the court after notice and hearing.
Replevin actions involve disputes over ownership or possession of personal property, such as cars, boats, or artwork. The plaintiff must prove that they have a right to possession of the property and that the defendant wrongfully took or is wrongfully detaining the property.
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.
Rule 1.431 - TRIAL JURY (a) Questionnaire. (1) The circuit court may direct the authority charged by law with the selection of prospective jurors to furnish each prospective juror with a questionnaire in the form approved by the supreme court from time to time to assist the authority in selecting prospective jurors.
78.01 Right of replevin. —Any person whose personal property is wrongfully detained by any other person or officer may have a writ of replevin to recover said personal property and any damages sustained by reason of the wrongful taking or detention as herein provided.
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.
But, you cannot be evicted without a court order.
IMPORTANT: Deeds related to Broward County properties must be recorded with the Broward County Records Division in downtown Fort Lauderdale. Click here to visit their website.
How do I submit documents to be issued in Broward County? Summons, writs, subpoenas and other documents that are issued by the clerk should be E-Filed. Choose the appropriate Document Group type from the dropdown list and then choose the appropriate Document Type for that group.