Vehicle Scam Legal Recourse

Summary

In DC, selling a car without proper title transfer is illegal. You can file a complaint with the DC Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs, consider civil litigation for breach of contract, or report to the police for possible fraud charges. Additionally, you can contact a local consumer protection agency, seek help from a legal aid society, or consult with a private attorney. Legal procedures can vary based on specific details.

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I attempted to purchase a vehicle. The seller gave me the title of the car in return of half of the car price so I could get temporary plates in order to drive the car home. She proceeded to ghost me and keep my money. After some time, she contacted me due to me contacting the police, but refused to cooperate. My court date was cancelled due to her not being served
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In DC, it's illegal to sell a car without proper title transfer. If the seller didn't fully comply, you may:
- File a complaint with the DC Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs.
- Consider civil litigation for breach of contract.
- Report to the police for possible fraud charges.
Remember, this is general information and may not fully apply to your situation.
Any other options?
You could also:
- Contact a local consumer protection agency for advice.
- Seek help from a legal aid society.
- Consult with a private attorney.
Remember, legal procedures can vary based on specific details.