Handling Abandoned Property Virginia

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In Virginia, if someone leaves property at your place without intending to return, it may be considered abandoned. You must provide at least 24 hours notice before disposing of the property. Contact through phone or text message is acceptable, but keep records of all communications. Consult a local attorney for detailed guidance.

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My cousin left their property in my house and went back to Florida and I can't locate them I fall for legal process
Hello **** King, based on your situation:
- You may be dealing with 'abandoned property' if your cousin left belongings at your place without any intention to return.
- Each state has different laws on how to handle this. Could you please tell me which state you're in?
Virginia and she's not answering her phone number but she's reading text and was notified over text
In Virginia, the law for abandoned property includes:
- A notice period of at least * hours.
- If not claimed, you may dispose of the property.
- Document all attempts to contact the owner.
Please check with a legal professional in your area for more detailed guidance.
Does contact include over phone if they was notified and knew
Yes, in Virginia, contact over the phone or through text message can be considered as proper notification. However, it's recommended to keep a record of all communication for your protection.