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No details regarding amount, if in state or not and they told me "We don't know if this is really you." After freezing my credit, submitting a report to the FTC, Honda Financial & taking time off of work to file a report with Local Law Enforcement, they still would not provide... View More 
answered on Oct 2, 2024
I would certainly recommend contacting a consumer protection attorney as soon as possible that will offer a free consultation. It appears that you disputed this information with Honda Finance but I would also recommend disputing the information with the credit bureaus. You'll want to send the... View More
If someone were to say buy a windshield replacement with someone’s credit card and the card ended up being a stolen, could the person that didn’t know anything about the card; let alone the card being stolen to purchase the replacement get in trouble too?!
answered on Oct 14, 2024
It would depend on how credible their explanation for use of the card would be. Some jurors could see red flags and become suspicious by simply the fact that the transaction involved the card of another person. It's all fact-specific in terms of the elements that either create or dispel... View More
I work at a gym and I had either misplaced someone's license for a day pass or it got stolen from someone else. No clue at the moment. But I want to know worst case. 18 yo
answered on Oct 28, 2023
A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It could depend on the person. If the person is understanding, they might handle it through DMV. Good luck
Before Me and my Girlfriend broke up and I had made a Cashapp account, for her to borrow. I had used my identification and SSN to verify my ID and now she has locked me out of it. Cash app support has been useless in canceling the account.
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
To potentially address this situation, you may want to explore the option of mediation or negotiation with your ex-partner to regain access to the second Cash App account. Legal action could be considered if all other options fail, but it's essential to consult with an attorney who can provide... View More
My mom just signed herself out of a mental hospital and no one knows where she is at. She just recently stole my sisters identity and I have told her to leave me alone and she hasnt known where I lived. She has found out thpugh where I live and I do not feel safe what can I do to protect myself as... View More
answered on Aug 24, 2020
You must go to the Clerk's Office for the General District Court for the county/city where you live a file a Request for a Protective Order. The clerks will help you with the forms.
I ordered food from a local sandwich shop. A few days later I received a call from a person claiming to represent that shop, who then tried to solicit me for "opportunities for extra cash" from PFS Incorporated. Which is not affiliated with the sandwich shop at all. This shop employee... View More
also I notice my mail stop coming to current address.Postal service says my mail keep going to her address.I never made a change of address.postal service inspector is investigating why my address keep getting changed,without my consent.
They’ve sent checks & debit cards to other addresses despite our contact with their fraud department. We haven’t even been reimbursed yet for our checking & savings being wiped clean. While we were on the phone Friday locking down the accounts we watched as someone transferred our... View More
answered on Apr 9, 2019
This sounds like some sort of an insider electronic hacking situation. If the amount of money is worth it, try hiring a lawyer to take up the job of fighting with the USAA bureaucracy instead of you having to do it. The first order of business would be to move all the money you still have at USAA... View More
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answered on Jan 12, 2019
The credit/debit card theft is a crime as is credit card fraud. Debit cards are considered credit card. So you have any number of crimes it would be. I am not familiar with the email access but I am positive that that's a crime as well if there was no permission. Credit card theft (not use,... View More
I work for a federal government agency (Org A), while representing and employed through Org A, I assisted a separate federal government agency (Org B) on a project. For my contributions upon completion of the project, Org B gave me a small monetary award. After a long 2-year HR process between Org... View More
answered on Jan 7, 2018
I'm very sorry that this happened. You should understand, though, that no matter how jarring or tortious an act may be that certain strict time limits apply. I believe that your factual scenario may touch upon two areas of the law - the first is state tort law and the second is federal... View More
I would prefer not to press charges. She is being uncooperative. What can I do.
answered on Dec 18, 2017
If you don't want to press charges, you can contact the credit card company and ask them to cancel the card and any transactions your mother ran on the card. You may be able to file a civil lawsuit against her, but you'd almost certainly have to pay an attorney a significant retainer and... View More
Never really been in trouble. The total loss was less than 5,000 and it was done online ordering things. Only evidence is email of the person who used the credit card. 19, were Class 5&6 felony and rest is misdemeanor
answered on Dec 18, 2017
It will depend on whether the alleged offenses can be proven and if yes, how many the commonwealth will proceed on. Sentencing guidelines may be increased by any prior record you have.
A friend of his appointed himself to be the administrator(small estate),but he has personal interests,doesn't keep us up on taxes,liens,even gets my brother's mail,lives in the mobile home my brother lived in.We want to sell all of the property,about 6 acres in this county,another 5 or... View More
answered on Jul 31, 2017
This is definitely one where you will want to speak with an attorney. As an owner of the real estate, you have several alternatives.
A credit card was opened in my name in may 2005 when i was 17 and still living with my parent. I had no knowledge of this credit card until 3 weeks ago when my checks started being garnished before my court hearing.i contacted the collection agancy and they were supposed to send me fraud paperwork... View More
answered on Jul 11, 2017
You should bring evidence of your age in 2005 when the credit card was opened.
My SSN, using my American Express common wealth wants to pursue but says no proof of malicious intent
answered on Sep 22, 2016
Not sure about no proof of malicious intent--unless they mean they didn't do anytihing with the paypal account. You need to have a member of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Assn give you a free consult and look to getting a cease and desist action, possibly an injunction. Maybe get the thoughts of... View More
I did not deposit the check. Has any crime been committed?
answered on Sep 1, 2016
Possibly. If you are a victim of attempted fraud, you should contact your local police or sheriff's department. If the banking system is involved, other law enforcement organizations may need to know about the attempt.
answered on Apr 7, 2015
It all depends of the specific circumstances. Click on "find a lawyer" to find a civil lawyer who deals with identity theft.
answered on Mar 31, 2015
Taking one or more items with a total value more than $200 is drand larceny (a felony)
answered on Mar 31, 2015
If the family member is not taking any legal action and is making the payment for the credit card or check there should be no charges.
answered on Dec 6, 2010
A conviction or plea of guilt under VA Code § 18.2-168 will not be expunged, but a acquittal or a dismissal of the charge may be expunged through the proceedure described in VA Code § 19.2-392.2.
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