Theft Charges In Florida

Summary

In Florida, theft by a household member can be pursued as a criminal charge. Report the theft to the police with evidence like transaction records. If the police consider it a civil matter, you can still pursue civil remedies. The statute of limitations for criminal charges depends on the offenses severity, typically five years for grand theft. Florida does not recognize common law marriages post-1968. If the police fail to act on your complaints, you might have a case against them for negligence, especially if they ask you to return to a dangerous situation. Consulting with a local attorney specializing in civil rights or police misconduct is advisable.

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What if they offered to pay it back and still have not
If they've offered to pay it back but haven't, it might still be considered theft. You can:
- Report the incident to the police to initiate a criminal investigation.
- Keep any communication as evidence of their promise and failure to pay.
- Consider small claims court for recovery if criminal charges aren't pursued.
Would you like more details on how to report this to the police?
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To report the theft to the police in Florida, you can:
- Visit your local police station and file a report in person.
- Provide all relevant evidence, including transaction records and communications.
- Get a copy of the police report for your records.
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Is there a limit. My bank investigated the unauthorized charges only to find out it came back to my home shared ip address. Can the bank press charges for me?
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The bank typically cannot press criminal charges on your behalf. You would need to report the theft to the police yourself. However, the bank may assist you in resolving the fraudulent charges from a financial standpoint. Have you already reported the incident to the police?
I tried. They say it's a civil matter because we share a house. Is there a time limit file?
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In Florida, the statute of limitations for filing a civil lawsuit related to theft is generally four years. You can still pursue civil remedies even if the police consider it a civil matter. Would you like more information on how to file a civil lawsuit?
Is there limitations for criminal charges?
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In Florida, the statute of limitations for criminal charges related to theft generally depends on the severity of the offense. For grand theft, it's typically 5 years. However, specific cases may vary, so consulting with a local attorney would be beneficial. Let me know if you need more information on this.
Does FL consider common law marriage?
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Florida does not recognize common law marriages unless they were established before January *, *. If you have any other questions or need more information, feel free to ask!
The police have failed to take complaints on this man from myself...his domestic abuse survivor. My attempt to protect my children from mental harm and my 80 year old mother, who he also stole over $* from. Do I have a case against the department?
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You may have a potential case against the police department for failing to take your complaints. However, this would depend on whether they neglected their duty of care or acted negligently. You may want to consider consulting with an attorney specializing in civil rights or police misconduct to explore your options further. Do you need any additional information on this?
Would negligence include asking the victim of theft to return to where the thief is to make the report?
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Asking a victim to return to where the thief is can be seen as negligence, especially if it endangers the victim. It might be worth consulting with a lawyer for further advice.
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