Car Rental Agreement Tips

Summary

In Florida, to make your friend responsible for red light tickets when renting your car, draft a written agreement specifying liability for traffic violations. Include a reimbursement clause for fines and ensure both parties sign. Text message agreements can be binding if terms are clear and acknowledged. Save all exchanges as proof. For written acknowledgment, ask your friend to reply with a clear statement of agreement. Consider consulting a local attorney for detailed guidance.

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if i'm renting my car to a friend for a week how can i make sure they are required to pay any red light tickets ?
Hi Ella, to ensure your friend is responsible for any red light tickets while renting your car, you can:
- Draft a written agreement specifying they are liable for all traffic violations.
- Include a clause that they must reimburse you for any fines.
- Both of you should sign the agreement.
Where are you located? This can help tailor the advice to local laws.
florida
Hi Ella,
To ensure your friend is responsible for any red light tickets while renting your car, you can:
- Draft a written agreement specifying they are liable for all traffic violations.
- Include a clause that they must reimburse you for any fines.
- Both of you should sign the agreement.
Would you like more information on how to draft this agreement?
yes
Hi Ella,
To draft this agreement, ensure you include:
- Your name and your friend's name.
- The rental period.
- A clause stating responsibility for traffic violations and fines.
- Signature lines for both parties.
For detailed legal guidance, consider consulting a local attorney or legal aid service in Florida.
does an agreement over text messages work?
Hi Ella,
In Florida, an agreement over text messages can be legally binding if it clearly outlines the terms and both parties agree to them. Key points include:
- Clear terms of the agreement.
- Acknowledgment and acceptance from both parties.
- Proof that both parties agreed to the terms.
Would you like more details on how to ensure your text message agreement is enforceable?
yes
Hi Ella,
To ensure your text message agreement is enforceable in Florida:
- Clearly outline the rental terms.
- State explicitly that your friend is responsible for any traffic violations.
- Get your friend's written acknowledgment and acceptance.
- Save all text message exchanges as proof.
Would you like more details on any specific part of this process?
how can i get my friends written acknowledgment over text
Hi Ella,
To get your friend's written acknowledgment over text:
- Clearly state the terms and their responsibility for traffic violations.
- Ask them to reply with a clear statement, such as "I agree to the terms and accept responsibility for traffic violations."
- Ensure you save their acknowledgment as proof.
Would you need any further assistance?