Fraudulent Lease Agreement Dispute

Summary

Fraudulent lease agreements and unlawful evictions are serious issues in New Mexico. Tenants should document all communications and conditions, and present evidence in court. Legal aid organizations can provide assistance. Always consult with a lawyer for personalized advice.

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My landlord has submitted a fake lease agreement to have terminated against me and was granted over * in back pay * in damages and possion of the trailer Wich is not mine I'm still buying it she never made out a contract for me nore gave me any application to start a background check left me with no water trash or gas to live and found in favor in court when I proved she turned in a fake contract with no signature of mine nore was I present or neither was she to even sign as management what can I do I appealed it and still waiting but she has kicked me out and has cleaned out my trailer and belongings
What state are you located in? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information regarding your rights as a tenant.
New Mexico
Did you document the condition of the trailer and your belongings before and after the eviction? This could be crucial evidence.
Yes took video of the stuff the way left and the condition or weather she made me do it in Wich was raining so I lost a lot that I was able to grab
Did you report this to the local authorities or any legal entity? In New Mexico, landlords must follow strict procedures to evict tenants. Unlawful eviction can lead to penalties.
There was a city cope there when she had me evicted when I was under the impression of a sheriff to be there she made a bigg scene as to crying to the cops I still waiting for the appeal to go threw but she has done all this already to me
Did you have a written agreement with the landlord about purchasing the trailer?
No the trailer does not belong to her nor the trailer park
Did you have any written or verbal agreement with the actual owner of the trailer about purchasing it?
Yes it belongs to my mother and sister n law Wich I am buying from them
Do you have any written proof of your agreement with your mother and sister-in-law about buying the trailer?
Yes
What is the nature of the written proof you have regarding your agreement to purchase the trailer from your mother and sister-in-law?
That I would pay * to * a month until paid off Wich I am buying it for * thousand
Do you have any receipts or bank statements showing the payments you've made towards purchasing the trailer?
Yes
What is the status of your appeal? Have you consulted with a lawyer about this matter? In New Mexico, fraudulent lease agreements and unlawful evictions are serious matters.
Still waiting barely got the hearing scheduled for Oct * I filled back in July
What evidence did you present in court to prove that the lease agreement was fake? In New Mexico, presenting fraudulent documents in court can lead to penalties.
I turned in the real papers that they hand out from trailer park the ones she turned in did not match up there was no signature of mine and two other agreements that were made up by her off a contract that was made in * to * and added my name to it to get rental assistance Wich is very noticable and she was not management at that time so there has not been any written or typed out agreement even for a month to month or a renewal sense * in Wich came in * to start purchasing the trailer and start to reside in I gave her 6 months advance of notice of when it was to be takin to effect of my move in * thousand was takin from the renal assistance wen that should have not been approved but she still accepted the payment so don't know where that money went to but there is no proof of me or any one being in the lot as of *
Did you have a lawyer represent you in the initial court hearing?

In New Mexico, fraudulent representation can lead to penalties. Always consult with a lawyer for legal advice.
No could not afford one
Have you considered seeking help from a legal aid organization in New Mexico? They often provide free or low-cost legal services to those who can't afford a lawyer.
I have reached out but no contact back
What is the name of the legal aid organization you reached out to? In New Mexico, you can also contact New Mexico Legal Aid at (*) *-* for assistance.
Not to sure of the name don't have my journal with me at the moment
Do you have any written communication with your landlord about the issues you faced like lack of water, gas, etc?
Not written but the city of new Mexico Wich is the gas company and water and trash is connected her many times threw email asking for a new contract with my name on it and the renal assistance as well she did turn in one to the assistance but was not up to date nore was my signature on it and was added to that lease agreement from * to * Wich the tenants at the time did not know she had done that
Did you save copies of these emails? They could serve as evidence of your communication attempts. In New Mexico, landlords are required to provide essential services like water and gas.
She has hired me to patrol for her as well
Do you have any written agreement or proof of your employment as a patrol for her?
Yes she typed out a letter giving me permission to be partil
What were your responsibilities as a patrol according to the letter she typed out?
To make sure no break ins were happening and no disturbance and if needed I would be able to call police with her permission to be backed up in case a issue could not be handled the right way
Did you receive any compensation for your patrol duties? In New Mexico, employment agreements should be clear about compensation.
She never paid me
Did you have a written agreement about your compensation for the patrol duties?
No that's y I never brought up the issue I just left it to be and stopped patoling
Did you ever discuss your compensation for patrol duties verbally with your landlord?
Yes
What was the outcome of your verbal discussion about compensation for patrol duties with your landlord?
That I would be paid * a week every Friday
Did you receive any written confirmation or proof of this verbal agreement about your weekly payment for patrol duties?
No she did not proved me with one
Did you ever receive any of the agreed weekly payments for your patrol duties?
Yes * for * weeks
Did you receive these payments in cash or through a bank transfer?
Cash
Do you have any receipts or written proof for the cash payments you received for your patrol duties?
No
What is the name of the court where your case is being heard?
Third judital district court it started in magastete court but the appeal is in their judicul district court
What is the exact location of the Third Judicial District Court where your appeal is being heard?
Let me get the address for u
What is the address of the Third Judicial District Court where your appeal is being heard?
I'm looking for it one second
Sure, take your time. It's important to have the correct address for any court-related correspondence.
It is * w.picacho
The Third Judicial District Court is located at * W Picacho Ave, Las Cruces, NM *, USA. You can contact them at +* *-*-*.
Yes
What is the name of your landlord?
Cynthia Melgar
What is the current status of your living situation after the eviction?
Living in my truck
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. Have you reached out to any local homeless shelters or social services for assistance?
In the process
What is the name of the trailer park where the trailer is located?
Picacho vista moble home
What is the address of the Picacho Vista Mobile Home park?
* holiday Ave Las Cruces NM
What is the current status of your belongings that were in the trailer?
????
What happened to your belongings after the eviction? Did you manage to retrieve them or are they still in the trailer?
They got left in the trailer due to rain and only 2 day notice
Did you inform the court about your belongings being left in the trailer due to the short notice of eviction?
They said that the sheriff that served me was in charge of that
Did you receive any official documentation from the sheriff regarding the eviction?
Yes he left a eviction paper on Wednesday to be out by Fri day or I would be arrested but he never showed on Friday he showed up Monday so I didn't take the risk of staying after Friday didnt want to get arrested as the paper stated
What is the exact date you received the eviction notice from the sheriff?
*-*-*
What is the exact date you were evicted from the trailer?
Friday *.* time * am
What is the status of your belongings now? Have you been able to retrieve them or are they still in the trailer?
They stayed in trailer I was able to grab some clothes and paper work and hygiene but a in furniture and all my appliances tools stayed behind she had four guys present that did not work for the mobile home go in the trailer after I left and two city officers to have me tresspassed Wich now I can't even get my mail Wich I am waiting for the court paper but now get them due to her having me tresspassed Wich I was never served paper on that issue
Did you inform the court about your belongings being left in the trailer and your inability to retrieve your mail due to the trespassing issue?
No I was told to bring the issue up wen my court hearing came up
What is the date of your upcoming court hearing?
Oct * *
What is the name of the sheriff who served you the eviction notice?
Deputy Walter ulibarri#*
What is the contact information of Deputy Walter Ulibarri#* who served you the eviction notice?
Office -*
What is the name of the city where the trailer park is located?
Cell *
What is the name of the city where the trailer park is located?
Las Cruces
What is the name of the rental assistance program that was involved in this situation?
Dona Anna rental assistance program
What is the contact information for the Dona Anna rental assistance program?
Erap is the correct name *
What is the status of your application with the Dona Anna rental assistance program (ERAP)?

In New Mexico, ERAP provides financial assistance to eligible renters facing housing instability. You can contact them at *-*-* for more information.
It was approved but as I asked for a copy of the rental agreement they noticed that it should have never been approved due to the dates on that agreement * to * Wich the program was not even around to hand out assistance at those dates and they even noticed my name was added on and no signature of mine is on it Wich they stated that I supposed e signed using my baby mom email address wich is not true
Did you inform ERAP about the fraudulent lease agreement and your concerns about your signature being forged?
Yes they had informed me they were going to investigate the whole process cuy after the fact they noticed all this I would have never been approved but some how it did they advised me to getting an attorney
What is the current status of ERAP's investigation into the fraudulent lease agreement?

In New Mexico, forging signatures on legal documents is a serious offense and can lead to criminal charges. Always consult with a lawyer for legal advice.
I am waiting for a response
What is the name of the attorney or legal aid organization you are planning to consult for this matter?
I will contact thank u
What is the name of the attorney or legal aid organization you are planning to consult for this matter?
Layer.com
What is the nature of your agreement with Layer.com and have they provided any assistance so far?
Not yet contacted will due ASAP
What is the nature of the fraudulent lease agreement that your landlord submitted?
It's still to be heard from my understanding on this hearing coming up
What evidence do you plan to present at the upcoming hearing to prove the lease agreement was fraudulent?
Court copy of my sentence to the nm state penatrenyand in there is documented that 2 days prior to her saying that me and her did that contract I was being transfered from northeastern prison back to las Cruces county jail for a parole and probation violation hearing
What is the date of the alleged fraudulent contract?
* 23rd of Aug
Aug * *
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23 day of August *
How do u want me to put it
What is the date mentioned in the fraudulent lease agreement that your landlord submitted?
Aug *.*
I put it but it keeps telling me to repeat me answer
Oka this ain't funny
What is the date mentioned on the fraudulent lease agreement that your landlord submitted?
I told u Aug *.*
It's not letting me
I can't put it
What is the date mentioned on the fraudulent lease agreement that your landlord submitted?
It won't let me
Thanks
What is the date mentioned on the fraudulent lease agreement that your landlord submitted?

In New Mexico, forging signatures on legal documents is a serious offense and can lead to criminal charges. Always consult with a lawyer for legal advice.
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What is the exact date mentioned on the fraudulent lease agreement that your landlord submitted?
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