forgery

[maddock4]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Arizona.. My ex boyfriend had my signature forged in front of a notary.. I was not even in that state at the time it happened. It caused me to lose property(10 acres) what can I doWhat is the name of your state (only U.S. law)?

 

[Antigone*]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Arizona.. My ex boyfriend had my signature forged in front of a notary.. I was not even in that state at the time it happened. It caused me to lose property(10 acres) what can I doWhat is the name of your state (only U.S. law)?

File a police report. That is a good place to start.

 

[maddock4]

fraud

filed a police report but they do not seem to care

 

[CdwJava]

filed a police report but they do not seem to care

What do you expect them to do? Race out to the suspect's house with lights and sirens, kick in the door and arrest him?

They have to investigate and then they have to send the matter to the prosecutor for evaluation. It might not happen quickly at all.

But, you do not have to wait for the police to act, you can always hire an attorney and sue him as well. It would seem a pretty easy case to win. Though, are you saying that a notary knowingly permitted him to forge your signature, then falsely entered into her book that she saw your identification and that it was you? So, he has a witness stating that it was you who signed the documents? If so, what proof do you have that you were out of state?

Oh, and this would be MUCH more than simply forgery if you lost ten acres. There are likely a number of larceny offenses that could be applied.

 

[maddock4]

fraud

Thank you for your response.. I have been checking into attorneys and such but my monies are limited. I can prove that I was not in the state at the time. I assume the notory has paperwork to back up what she has done I am simply wondering i guess is there anything else I might be able to do while I am waiting for the bells and whistles.. Can I call the notory myself and ask for the paperwork. Do I file a complaint in both states? Its just frustrating not knowing what to do or where to go. I have been trying for the last month. Again I thank you for your imput

 

[CdwJava]

Thank you for your response.. I have been checking into attorneys and such but my monies are limited. I can prove that I was not in the state at the time. I assume the notory has paperwork to back up what she has done I am simply wondering i guess is there anything else I might be able to do while I am waiting for the bells and whistles.. Can I call the notory myself and ask for the paperwork. Do I file a complaint in both states? Its just frustrating not knowing what to do or where to go. I have been trying for the last month. Again I thank you for your imput

What do you mean when you ask if you can file a complaint in "both states?"

Did this forgery occur in one state effecting property in a second state? If this involves an act in one state that effected a theft of property in another state, that can certainly add a wrinkle to the matter.

The notary should have a record of the identification used by the party or parties that signed the documents in question. Did he FORGE your signature in the notary's presence? If so, how do you know this if you have not yet obtained any documents?

 

[maddock4]

fraud

Yes the notorization occured in Arizona and the property is in Montana. I have the copies of the paper work. It is not my signature. I had my signature notarized and sent to the Mont sheriffs department. Is it okay to call the lady that notorized the quick claim deed to get copies of what she had to verify that she thought it was me. I have her name and business number. It is on the copy of the deed.

 

[CdwJava]

Yes the notorization occured in Arizona and the property is in Montana. I have the copies of the paper work. It is not my signature. I had my signature notarized and sent to the Mont sheriffs department. Is it okay to call the lady that notorized the quick claim deed to get copies of what she had to verify that she thought it was me. I have her name and business number. It is on the copy of the deed.

You might want to wait to contact the notary until after this has been sorted out. If the notary is part of the larceny, then you could forewarn her.

Have you reported the forgery where it occurred in AZ? Montana may not yet have a crime unless he has filed documents in Montana transferring the title of the property to his name using your forged signature.

This may be complicated enough that you should consult an attorney. If ten acres is not worth consulting an attorney, then it must be worthless property. Chances are he was not entirely stupid going about this and you may have to act quickly to protect your interests. What if he sells the property or transfers it again while you are dinking around waiting for two or more law enforcement offices to coordinate on things?

I am still curious how he forged your signature in front of a notary. If he presented HIS ID, but signed YOUR name, how did that fly? Either the notary is a co-conspirator, or the notary is a buffoon that doesn't have the perception of a bat.

 

[maddock4]

fraud

Yes the notary is a baffoon... I'm not sure how he did it but it was done. The property has already been transfered into his name. I just found out about this about 2 weeks ago so I am doing everything I can.. I have called attornys and cant seem to find one that knows how to proceed. I guess I have a unusual situation. That is how I stumbled onto this site. Thought maybe someone could offer suggestions..(and you have thank you).. and the property is worth more than 100,000. no small change.. but any help I can get would be great. Thanks

 

[CdwJava]

Okay ... if the forgery occurred in AZ then you need to contact the agency of jurisdiction for where the forgery occurred. You will also need to make sure that the Montana agency knows where the forgery occurred and you should advise them of the agency taking the report and handling the forgery investigation.

How is that you know he forged your signature? Have you obtained copies of the documents from Montana?

How long ago did all of this occur? You may have found out two weeks ago, but how long ago was the forgery and title transfer made?

Did you own the title to the land in MT free and clear? Or did the forgery simply encumber you for the debt on the land? Was this other guy involved with you or the original deal in any way Does he have ANY potential claim to a share of the land? SOMETHING gave him the idea he could get away with this ... certainly you know what that is, right?

 

[Just Blue]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Arizona.. My ex boyfriend had my signature forged in front of a notary.. I was not even in that state at the time it happened. It caused me to lose property(10 acres) what can I doWhat is the name of your state (only U.S. law)?

Maddoc, Are you a man or woman? I only ask because it would be next to impossible for a ex-bf to POSE as you if you are female. If you are a woman did the ex has another woman with a fake I.D. pose as you?

 

[CdwJava]

Maddoc, Are you a man or woman? I only ask because it would be next to impossible for a ex-bf to POSE as you if you are female. If you are a woman did the ex has another woman with a fake I.D. pose as you?

I was thinking the same thing ... but, decided it didn't matter TOO much as it would only widen the conspiracy to bring in a woman or include the notary. In that case either the notary was highly inattentive and the suspect knew she would not pay attention to the signature of him or the companion, or, the notary was involved.