Q: Can I be charged with grand theft of my friends dog
He went to new york. I was watching him. He is back and wants his dog. He never paid me the agreed upon money for me watching him. I have waited for 2 days for his girlfriend to come pick him up. Now he says he called the sheriff and is pressing charges against me Is this possible?
A: You cannot hold a dog ransom until you are paid for dog sitting. You may have a valid civil claim against your friend. If you refuse to return the dog, you could be charged with theft.
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