Hi all, throwaway account here for obvious reasons.
Long story: My partner and I have a property together. She had me arrested and changed the locks. Police are taking no further action and say it's now a civil matter.
Ex partner is trying to force me to sell her the house for less than I paid into it. I have lots of belongings still in the house that she is refusing to give me.
I want to get into my property when she's away and get my belongings.
I've explained the situation to the locksmith that did the work for her and understandable he's very reluctant to get involved without solicitors.
Clarifications:
I've added these after reading some of the comments.
- We jointly own the property.
- Neighbour is willing to be there.
- I am paying the Mortgage and on the deeds / Mortgage.
- I have a body cam that I intend to wear whilst entering the property.
- I don't want to cause any undue distress to my ex. I even hope to enter without her knowing I've ever been there.
- There are no court orders or restrictions on me entering my property.
- The police issued a NFA notice as there was insufficient evidence of any wrongdoing.
- This is in England
- I cannot afford a solicitor
TL/DR:
Can I get another locksmith to let me in? I have ID and proof of ownership and neighbours will vouch for me.