Legal Question in Criminal Law in Minnesota

fraud

I recently found out that my brother has had my elderly father and grandmother transfer acres of land to him on contract for deeds and never paid him. My father has told me that 160 acres was sold to him for 1K and the signature on the deed is not his. My father is 87 and will not press charges against my brother and my father and he has been living at poverty level for years. I had been living overseas and my father has just told me what has been going on for the past 20 years. I went to the sheriff but they don't want to get involved. Can I still do something. There is millions of dollars involved.


Asked on 3/24/08, 2:47 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Tim Webb Timothy D. Webb, Criminal Defense

Re: fraud

You are posting this in the criminal section and, while your brother may have committed a crime, I would suggest that you contact a civil real estate lawyer as soon as possible.

I happen to know one who has handled cases like this. It seems to happen more often than one would think. His name is John Neve and he can be reached at [email protected] or www.nevelaw.com

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Answered on 3/24/08, 4:27 pm
Thomas C. Gallagher Gallagher Criminal Defense

Re: fraud

The question is posted to the criminal law topic, but is not a criminal law question.

You should seek help from a lawyer who practices in the area of probate, guardianships and conservatorships. You might also consider contacting the "Adult Protection" social workers for whatever county your parents are in.

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Answered on 3/24/08, 5:21 pm


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