Legal Question in Product Liability in Texas

Vehicle

In February, I sold a vehicle to a friend and only recieved half payment. I have spent the last few months attempting to get the truck back. Last week it was seized in a raid. My name is still on the title because I was still owed money. The buyer signed my vehicle over to Jasper County after it was impounded. No one asked to see a bill of sale and they took a drug dealer's word that he had purchased the truck even though it was not in his name. They now want me to sign the title over so that they may re-sell the truck.


Asked on 5/20/09, 9:34 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles Williamson Charles J. Williamson, Attorney At Law

Re: Vehicle

I wouldn't sign it over unless/until they agreed to hand me a check (not a promise to pay) for the remainder due on the truck by the buyer. They may have a right to take a drug dealer's property - BUT, it has to be the dealer's property - not someone else's property. This is just my opinion, and you should know that I do not practice in this area of the law. Still, from my own experiences, you should generally be weary of state agencies. Hope this helps.

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Answered on 5/20/09, 1:10 pm


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