I owe him the money, but am having problems financially. I will pay him the money, but cannot at this time. I don't know what to do. I am sorry that a supposed friendship has ended like this and I wish I hadn't agreed to sell the stuff for the guy, but now he is threatening me with "I will be forced to take action". Any suggestions?
2007-10-31 11:48:23 · 8 answers · asked by ammostlyamused 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
So what you're saying is that you sold his items, and held on to the money for yourself?
He's right.
2007-10-31 11:52:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
So your situation is that:
you sold the items and used the money without telling your friend.....(definitely stealing)
I'm hoping that you used the money in a good way. What I would do is,
"talk to him and say EXACTLY what you did"
"then say you could pay it monthly+ some extra (if you could...)"
"then say Im very sorry I really need the money"
IF it didn't work or you just dont have the money to pay it monthly then:
ask if you could work for him(like wash dishes, do laundry, etc.)
All I can say is that MAYBE all of the users can't give you the right answer because we can't predict the things that's going to happen. In fact sometimes it is better to go with your instinct.
My instinct is that I would do the above task or get a job to help finish the problem
don't worry this situation is called life
2007-10-31 12:15:58 · answer #2 · answered by Kian 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Technically he is correct. If you sold his stuff then the money was never yours to pocket. He should give you some of it for your time and work, but you still need to give him back his money now! I would give him a firm date when you will have the money and stick to it. If you are that desperate for money then do the right thing and take out a loan or something. If he is a friend and you aren't trying to string him along then he really should understand. Sounds like there is more to this story. You didn't tell us how long you have had his money.
2007-10-31 11:58:39 · answer #3 · answered by kana121569 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, that's stealing. Legally, you were considered a bailor (someone who holds property on behalf of someone else). You had a duty to protect your friend's property and money when you agreed to do what he asked you to do. You ended up stealing the money. He could have you prosecuted. I don't care if you have to work overtime in your job or get an extra job - you HAVE to pay him back ASAP or else face the criminal and other legal consequences like a wage garnishment.
2007-10-31 12:12:32 · answer #4 · answered by Mysoupbowl 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you sold his things and kept the money then you stole from him. Make arrangements to pay him back immediately and apologize profusely.
2007-10-31 11:56:26 · answer #5 · answered by Diane M 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What you have done is known as embezzlement, and is a crime!!! You'd better look at getting a loan to repay him real fast, or depending on the amount of $, you might be looking at some jail time ...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Embezzlement
2007-10-31 12:36:42 · answer #6 · answered by Shell Answer Man 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You sold his stuff and spent the money. Think about it.
2007-10-31 12:05:39 · answer #7 · answered by grumpyoldman 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Tell him your situation and how you plan to pay himback if he doesnt listen he is not much of a friend anyway.Theres not much he can do other than small claims court.
2007-10-31 11:53:19 · answer #8 · answered by wanna know 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋