He made up all kinds of lies about where my stuff had gone. I was overseas and could not do anything about it. It is all so overwhelming that I don't know what to do.
2006-12-12 04:42:39 · 15 answers · asked by ac_graham 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
It really depends on how much proof you have, if you can prove it belongs to you and as much documentation you can get that is available you may be able to file charges. But with this issue, of your stuff being gone and if you have no proof, there isn't much you can do. I would advise you to contact a lawyer and get legal counsel on this situation.
For instance, If a spouse stole a credit card or bank card and their name is not on the account, you can file charges against the spouse. Just because you are married DOES NOT mean you own everything jointly. If things are in your name solely, they are your possessions. You can even report a car stolen if a spouse takes off with your car and it's in your name only.
2006-12-12 05:25:38 · answer #1 · answered by Erica, AKA Stretch 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It should never be okay for someone to STEAL just because you were married to them. Police departments & attorneys will likely turn you away & say get over it. But don't give up!!
If the items taken were all pre-marital, then you can argue that they have always been separate & apart from marital assets and seek a civil suit. (Assuming you are already divorced.)
If you two lived in a community property state & the items were bought during the marriage (not before) then only 1/2 of the property was his to take or sell. He'd owe you for 1/2 of the total value. Again, it'd be a civil suit.
I'd ask an attorney in your former state (where you last lived together as "married") and see what can be done legally to recover the replacement costs. If you were overseas for military duty, I believe there is free legal assistance for members of the service, so you might qualify for help from them.
Or try this lawyer website I found- www.lawguru.com. They letyou post a legal question to their attorneys (up to 4 responses come in) for free by email. You only get 1 free question every 15 days. I hope this helps you. Good Luck.
2006-12-12 15:25:19 · answer #2 · answered by upside down 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes because you were married you both have a vested interest in them. Even thought the its been 1 1/2 years you may want to go to the police soon before the statute of limitations runs out which is usually around 2 years for stuff like this. But you would better off going to civil court and suing for it because you both have a vested interest in it unless you brought it into the marriage.
2006-12-12 15:04:59 · answer #3 · answered by silentevil92684 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you were married at the time then it is not a criminal code theft. Your are however entitled to half the of value of the items (or more if it was acquired before marriage). This sounds like a civil matter best brought to a lawyer experienced in family law. Police don't usually get involved in this kind of thing (at least not here in Canada).
2006-12-12 18:36:42 · answer #4 · answered by joeanonymous 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you entrusted someone to take care of your things and it got lost, especially when it is your husband, it will going to be very hard to proved that he steal something from you. If it is not in writing, he could say anything he wants and there's nothing you can do. I think the best thing to do is consult a lawyer.
2006-12-12 12:51:43 · answer #5 · answered by anobangtanong 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Filing a police complaint couldn't hurt. In Criminal court, for a number of reasons, it is a toss up if he gets convicted. If you are interested your best bet is to purse the matter in civil court.
2006-12-12 19:59:03 · answer #6 · answered by Stranggore 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, nothing can be done legally since most 'things' in a marriage are community property. Hire someone go over and kick him in the Balls then get on with life.
2006-12-12 12:54:30 · answer #7 · answered by badabingbob 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would call my local police station and ask them if I were you.
I would think there would be some sort of "statue of limitations" as far as length of time that's passed since it happened, because of evidence and stuff like that.
Merry Christmas!
2006-12-12 12:47:07 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
are you still married to him? I really hope not. You are gonna have to make sure you have the proof that you purchased the items and then get a lawyer. And if you are still married to him, divorce him and try to take his money and his things!
2006-12-12 12:51:45 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I dont think so but if i where you call a lawyer and see what they say first call is usally free
2006-12-12 12:45:23 · answer #10 · answered by Lab Runner 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋