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.
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.
A writ of replevin is a prejudgment process ordering the seizure or attachment of alleged illegally taken or wrongfully withheld property to be held in the U.S. Marshal's custody or that of another designated official, under order and supervision of the court, until the court determines otherwise.
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.
“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.
The replevin remedy is quick. The hearing on the writ will typically take place within 50 days of filing the lawsuit. The writ should be to the sheriff within 10 days after the hearing. The writ itself is good for 60 days, and the sheriff generally makes more than one attempt at recovery.
Replevin is the common law cause of action for recovering personal property wrongfully withheld from its rightful owner. This is more commonly associated with personal chattels. Chattels are personal possessions.
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.
The process involves: Filing a Complaint: The plaintiff must file a detailed complaint, specifying the property and asserting their ownership or right to possession. Notice and Hearing: The defendant is given notice, and a hearing is scheduled. The plaintiff must prove their claim to the property.
For example, a bank might file a replevin action against a borrower to repossess the borrower's car after he missed too many payments. Replevin can also refer to a writ authorizing the retaking of property by its rightful owner (i.e., the remedy sought by replevin actions).