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Updated: February 9, 2011:
http://www.thetentacle.com/ShowArticle.cfm?mydocid=4219 February 9, 2011, “Veteran Foreclosures – A National Disgrace,” Kevin E. Dayhoff
The Soldiers' and Sailors' Civil Relief Act (SSCRA) of 1940 was passed into law just prior to World War II to provide certain legal protections for members of the military in such matters as civil actions, foreclosures, and bankruptcy caused by lengthy absences from home while on duty.
Never heard of this law? Well, you are not alone. Apparently some of the nation’s largest financial institutions – that should know the law – have never heard of it, either… http://www.thetentacle.com/ShowArticle.cfm?mydocid=4219
Readers may find more information on the current version of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act on the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development website here: http://www.hud.gov/offices/cpd/about/hudvet/library/scra.cfm
The only official Department of Defense Service Members Civil Relief Act (SCRA) website: https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/appj/scra/scraHome.do
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Retrieved February 7, 2011 http://www.military.com/benefits/legal-matters/scra/frequently-asked-questions
“SCRA Frequently Asked Questions” on Military.com’s website: http://www.military.com/benefits/legal-matters/scra/frequently-asked-questions
Here are frequently asked questions and answers on some rights and benefits available under the Servicemember's Civil Relief Act (SCRA). This information is for personnel in the Active Duty and Reserves or National Guard who are activated to serve on active duty… http://www.military.com/benefits/legal-matters/scra/frequently-asked-questions
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January 26, 2011 A Reservist in a New War, Against Foreclosure By DIANA B. HENRIQUES
While Sgt. James B. Hurley was away at war, he lost a heartbreaking battle at home.
In violation of a law intended to protect active military personnel from creditors, agents of Deutsche Bank foreclosed on his small Michigan house, forcing Sergeant Hurley’s wife, Brandie, and her two young children to move out and find shelter elsewhere.
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Military.com: Bank Overcharged Troops for Mortgages
Military.com | by Bryant Jordan
A Marine who refused to roll over when mortgage giant JP Morgan-Chase imposed too high an interest rate on his loan and repeatedly pressed him for payments he'd already made has won a victory for thousands of military families including his own.
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SCRA Fact Sheet: Brief description of SCRA protections. Posted: 03 Sep 2008 | Size: 31 KB
Authorities: Federal Statutes
SCRA Text: Public Law 108-189; 50 U.S.C. App. §§ 501-596. Posted: 03 Sep 2008 | Size: 106 KB
References/Links About the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act: General information on SCRA; SCRA Pocket Guide (USCG MLCP); Text of the SCRA.
SCRA Handout (LAMP): Questions and answers about SCRA (NC State Bar, Legal Assistance for Military Personnel).
Forms
Notice of Cancellation of Motor Vehicle Lease: Notice of Cancellation of Motor Vehicle Lease from lessee to lessor, including Odometer Disclosure Statement. Posted: 03 Sep 2008 | Size: 49 KB
Request for Interest Rate Adjustment: Sample Letter regarding servicemember's request for interest rate adjustment under SCRA. Posted: 03 Sep 2008 | Size: 11 KB
SCRA - 6% Cap on Loan Interest: General information / requirements and Sample Letter Posted: 03 Sep 2008 | Size: 14 KB
SCRA Checklist: Some SCRA protections apply to reservists and guardsmen called to active duty. Other SCRA protections apply to servicemembers who have always been on active duty while some protections apply to military dependents. This checklist will assist legal practitioners in ascertaining if specific protections apply to you. Posted: 03 Sep 2008 | Size: 23 KB
SCRA Lease Termination and Sample Letter: Sample letter regarding servicemember's request to terminate a lease under the SCRA Posted: 03 Sep 2008 | Size: 24 KB
SCRA Notification: This notification includes a list of primary SCRA protections. It may be executed by servicemembers to show that they have been notified about SCRA protections. Posted: 03 Sep 2008 | Size: 22 KB
SCRA Standard Real Property Termination Form: Information on the SCRA Lease Termination and Sample Letter Posted: 03 Sep 2008 | Size: 112 KB
Servicemember's request for stay of proceedings: Sample letter regarding servicemember's request for stay of judicial proceedings under SCRA. Posted: 03 Sep 2008 | Size: 11 KB
Related: 20080000 Servicemembers Civil Relief Act PDF
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President Bush has signed the “Servicemembers Civil Relief Act,” new ... Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. Public Law 108-189 50 U.S.C. App. §§501–596... www.standingupforillinois.org/pdf/homefront/SCRA.pdf
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Also see: “SCRA Frequently Asked Questions” on Military.com’s website: http://www.military.com/benefits/legal-matters/scra/frequently-asked-questions
Here are frequently asked questions and answers on some rights and benefits available under the Servicemember's Civil Relief Act (SCRA). This information is for personnel in the Active Duty and Reserves or National Guard who are activated to serve on active duty… http://www.military.com/benefits/legal-matters/scra/frequently-asked-questions
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