Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Ohio

My ex live in boyfriend owes me over $1,000.

My ex live in boyfriend owes me over a grand. We only lived together for 4 weeks and he just wasn't adjusting, so he took some of his things and moved out. He has owed me money for 9 months and I've continually asked him for it. His clothes/furniture are still at my house but I've decided to hold them as collateral until he gives me the money he owes. I told him he could even sign an IOU and I'd give him his stuff. He refuses to do so and is threatening me with the police. Am I entitled to hold his posessions since they're in my house in my name only?


Asked on 10/15/03, 9:38 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Joseph Jacobs Jacobs & Lowder

Re: My ex live in boyfriend owes me over $1,000.

You're probably not legally allowed to hold into his things, but you should simply go to the small claims court and get a quick judgment against him. You could testify as to why he owes you.

Call me directly if you want:

Joe Jacobs 216-952-1990 / 216-227-0900

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Answered on 10/15/03, 11:05 am


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