When a Soldier Came Home to Find Her Family Living in Her House, She Checked the Deed
“Who holds the title to the residence at four hundred twelve Maple Street?” she asked.
“I’m listed as sole owner on the original 2012 land deed,” I said.
“Is that original trust document recorded at the county recorder’s office?” she asked.
“Grandfather Arthur recorded it in 2012, and I keep the original paper copy myself,” I said.
“A forged power of attorney used to take active duty military pay counts as grand larceny under state law,” Captain Morales said.
She opened her middle drawer, took out a white index card, and laid it right in front of my hands.