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Although she was a minor at the time this agreement was made, the fact that she made text messages confirming payment and what she owes you gives you clear evidence to show that a debt existed and her obligations to pay you. The $50.00 check you got from her serves as evidence that the agreement existed. Unfortunately, if mom now owns the vehicle, you cannot take the vehicle from mom. Your cause of action would be against your daughter via a lawsuit.

Before you try suing, send your daughter a written demand letter itemizing the terms of the agreement and due date for her to comply. Let her know that failure to comply will result in a lawsuit. Send this by register mail to confirm receipt and keep a copy for your records. Hopefully this will motivate your daughter into paying. If not, then you will need to file in small claims court to recover what she owes you. You can then present the text messages and checks you got to support the existence of the agreement and intent to be bound. The demand letter can also help in establishing the terms.

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