Someone gave me something that wasn't there's now he wants it back threatening to call cops ?

Question

I responded to an ad on craigslist, this person wanted to get rid of scrap metal. I showed up and took everything she said I could take. Later I receive I text she gave ms something that wasn't hers it was her brothers. I have it, I also have his other item however it's in pieces now unusable scrap now. I agreed to return his item . My question is can he come after me for it. Also out of curiosity am I obligated by law to return the other item that is still good. I'm an honest person indent won't to be a jerk and say f u. However I am would like to know if I have to return it, I will like unsaid just curious.

Sippa · Accepted Answer

This is a civil matter, not a criminal one.

My advice would be to go ahead and return the items to the seller, regardless of their condition.  That would be the ethical thing to do, and if you paid for those items, then the seller should return the money for those items to you.  If the true owner is upset about the current condition, that would be between him and his sister.

friend · Answer

If there are any emails or texts or if you printed the ad out, you may not have to give anything back. She can ask, but it is legally yours. Ever hear the old saying; "Possession is 9/10 of the law of ownership" That's why you have have drugs *planted* on you and be convicted of possession of illegal drugs. 

You can call your local police and ask them what your obligated to do. She simply might be making the whole story up, because now she understands she can get a higher price for it.

Answer · Answer

give it back if the item does not belong to you

Someone gave me something that wasn't there's now he wants it back threatening to call cops ?

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