Summary
The user believes a mechanic in Connecticut may have fraudulently performed unauthorized work on her car and possibly stolen parts. In Connecticut, mechanics must provide a written estimate for repair work over $50 and unauthorized repairs may not be legally enforceable. The user can file a complaint with the Department of Consumer Protection. There isnt a specific law in Connecticut that allows customers to request surveillance footage from businesses, but it can be requested and potentially subpoenaed if legal proceedings are initiated. The user can also file a police report if they believe theft or fraud has occurred. The police can request surveillance footage as part of their investigation.Full Conversation
If I’m going to be asked to pay anything please don’t waste my time. I don’t have the money
Hello ****, don't worry. FreeLawChat provides free legal information. Could you please tell me about the legal issue you're facing so I can assist you better?
I brought my car to a mechanic and then work on my car without written consent and I don’t think he did the work. He said he did. I feel like ever since I got my car back. It was running a lot worse. And my car was running very smooth before. And the mechanic guy told me that he had recently got a car just like mine with *,* miles on it. And I have a feeling that he still parts for my car.
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. Could you please tell me where you're located? Legal standards for auto repair and consumer protections can vary based on jurisdiction.
My lights came on the very next day that he was supposed to fix
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. To provide you with accurate information, could you please tell me which state you are located in?
He was supposed to smoke my car to find out the issue, and I think he just put gas in my car
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. To provide you with accurate legal information, could you please tell me which state you are located in?
Ct
I am sorry to hear about your situation, ****. In Connecticut:
- Mechanics must provide a written estimate for repair work over $*.
- Unauthorized repairs may not be legally enforceable.
- If unsatisfied, you can file a complaint with the Department of Consumer Protection.
For more info, visit: www.ct.gov/dcp.
I can’t see where to file complaint
I understand, ****. On the Department of Consumer Protection website, look for the "File a Complaint" link. If you still have trouble, you can call them at (*) *-* for assistance.
Can I request to see the Cambridge footage from inside the body shop from that day?
In Connecticut, there isn't a specific law that allows customers to request surveillance footage from businesses. However, you can request it. If they refuse, you could potentially subpoena it if legal proceedings are initiated.
Can’t see the last sentence of your responses
I apologize for the inconvenience, ****. I said "If they refuse, you could potentially subpoena it if legal proceedings are initiated." Would you like more information about this process?
Can I file a police report
Yes, ****, you can file a police report if you believe the mechanic has committed theft or fraud. You can contact your local police department and explain your situation. They will guide you through the process.
Would police be able to recover footage from the shop as well as the gas station the day he had my car. I dropped my car off with just about a quarter tank gas and it was returned with three quarters. I have him on recording saying he definitely did not put that gas in
Yes, ****, police can request surveillance footage as part of their investigation. This includes footage from the shop and gas station. However, it's up to the discretion of the police department on how they conduct their investigation.
Up to discretion of who
The discretion refers to the police department conducting the investigation. They will decide what evidence to gather based on the details of your complaint and their investigation methods.
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