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My mother married my stepfather 25 years ago, and at that time, he did not legally adopt me. However, he has acted as my father ever since, and all my documents list his name as my father. After his passing, his family is threatening to sue me for using his name in my legal documents, as they are after his property. They also threaten to kick me out of the house. Is it possible for me to get arrested for using his name as my father, and can his family kick me out of the house because I was not legally adopted? Please answer, I am in a really tough situation.
Since your stepfather never legally adopted you, his family may have rights to his property. You won’t be arrested just for using his name on documents unless you did it fraudulently. If it’s his property, his family might be able to ask you to leave. It’s best to speak with a lawyer for help. For further legal assistance contact us on our helpline number.