What if a bailiff seizes my roommate's belongings?

When a bailiff seizes, he assumes that all the goods in your home are also yours. If you live together, your roommate's property can therefore also be seized, even if they have nothing to do with your fault.

How can your roommate rectify this?

Modero has experience in this field. Contact us and we will find a solution.

If it does not work out amicably, you can claim the goods via a revindication procedure in the appalling court. This is a legal procedure that must be started as soon as possible and where legal assistance is often required.

What evidence is required?

To prove that certain goods do not belong to you but to your roommate, he or she can provide supporting documents, such as:

• Purchase invoices or bank statements in your own name.
• Warranty certificates or registration documents.
• Possible written statements if there are no official documents.

If the attachment court accepts the evidence, the goods will be removed from the attachment inventory and cannot be sold to pay off your debt.

Not sure what seizure or revindication means? You can find the answer in our section something misunderstood.

Tip: in case of doubt or questions, contact Modero. Together, we will look for a solution and see what steps are possible.