Phone Line Ownership Dispute

Summary

Ownership of devices can be disputed if your ex paid for them but they were in your possession. His threats to retrieve the devices may be considered harassment. Without a written agreement, enforcing payment is challenging. Consult a local attorney for precise advice.

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I have an issue with my ex and our phone lines. During the time we were together we have * lines each - phone, tablet and watch. When we split, i moved out in feb of this year. upon doing so, all * lines electronics went with me. All * of the devices are paid off. Several months back after moving out, i asked to meet to have the phone lines changed over. He agreed and asked for the * due from previous month. But then never met me and refused to meet me to switch the lines. So he states they are my lines. never met me for them. then KEPT paying for all * devices and his * for no reason. He could have cancelled at anytime. i eventually went to verizon and spoke with them about it. and they recommend i turn the phoen into them for a new one and start my own line. I still have the tablet and watch. which have been in my possession the entirety of the relationship and as well as since i moved out. Now he is threatening to sue me for back pay for a contract he kept paying for. And is threatening to bring the cops to my home to collect the * devices. i have two. Can he do anything?
I'm not a lawyer, but based on your situation, here are some general legal points to consider:
- If the devices are paid off and in your possession, they are generally considered your property.
- Your ex may be able to sue for back pay, but would likely need to demonstrate that you agreed to pay.
- Threats to involve law enforcement should be taken seriously. However, this is typically a civil matter, not a criminal one.
Please consult with a local attorney for advice specific to your situation.
Thank you
Hello ****, it seems like you're dealing with a complex situation. Here are a few points based on general law:
- Ownership of items after separation can be tricky. If you have proof of paying off the devices, they may be considered your property.
- If there's no written agreement about paying for the lines, it might be challenging for him to claim backpay.
- Law enforcement usually handles criminal matters, not civil disputes like this.
Please consult a local attorney for more precise advice.
It shows that he paid them off on the phone line, not me. But they have been in my possession the entire time. not his. And he states in the text messages. that they are my * lines but now is threatening to come get the. can he do that? There is no written agreement to pay for any lines.
Hello ****, generally speaking:
- If he paid for the devices but they were in your possession, ownership can be disputed.
- His threats to retrieve the devices could be considered harassment.
- Without a written agreement, it's challenging to enforce payment.

It's advised to consult a local attorney for accurate advice.
thankyou
Hello ****, glad to assist. It's important to know:
- Ownership can be disputed if he paid, yet you've had the devices.
- His threats to collect the devices may constitute harassment.
- Without a written agreement, enforcing payment is tough.
Please consult a local attorney for detailed guidance.