Q: My ex and I split, I moved out took my belongings and dog. The dog is microchipped in my name, my registered ESA dog.
from a licensed therapist as part of my treatment plan. I have the bill of sales for the dog from the dog breeder to me, I have all of his shots in my name and he is on my lease where I have a home in Wi where he was born. She lied and told the cops I “stole $790 in dog toys & her dog” I have my pets mart account with detailed receipts since the day I picked him up, he’s 8 months old. I was charged with “felony theft of $1000 or more” she has no proof of that amount of money in toys stolen and has a check where she put in the foot note “1/2 of Leo and toys” is it still my dog and will I be found not guilty with all my evidence I have? Can I take her to small claims for lawyer and court costs and travel costs?
A: Hire a criminal defense attorney asap. You may have civil claims for malicious prosecution and other claims. You would be wise do also consult counsel in TN to discuss your options further.
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