Seller Refund Dispute Resolution

Summary

Threatening to report a seller for not shipping an item or issuing a refund is not blackmail, as blackmail involves demanding benefits to withhold information. Demanding a refund is not criminal unless threats beyond reporting, like harm or defamation, are used. Keep communication professional and focused on transaction details. If the issue escalates, consider consulting consumer protection laws in Texas.

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If a seller is refusing to ship you an item you paid for, and is refusing to send a refund, are you guilty of blackmail if you threaten to report the crime if he doesn't refund you or ship the purchase?
Threatening to report a crime is generally not considered blackmail. Blackmail involves demanding money or other benefits in exchange for not revealing information. In your case, you are simply asking for what you are owed, either the item or a refund. It's your right to report the seller for not fulfilling their obligations.
Do you have any additional details about the transaction or the seller's response?
When does demanding a refund for unshipped items risk becoming criminal?
Demanding a refund for unshipped items generally doesn't become criminal unless you use threats beyond reporting a crime, such as threats to harm or defame the seller. Here are some key points:
- Simply requesting a refund or threatening to report the seller for not fulfilling their obligation is not criminal.
- It becomes criminal if you demand extra money or benefits in exchange for not reporting, which would be considered blackmail or extortion.
- Ensure your communication remains professional and focused on the transaction details.
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It seems like your situation is primarily a consumer protection issue, which generally doesn't require a lawyer unless the case escalates or becomes complex. If you need further information on consumer protection laws or steps to follow in Texas, feel free to ask.