Trustee Fraudulent Activity Concerns

Summary

In California, potential criminal charges for trustee actions may include fraud or elder abuse, with statutes of limitations generally ranging from 3-4 years from discovery. Elder abuse is addressed under California Penal Code §368. Fraud typically has a statute of limitations starting from the point of discovery. Given the complexity and involvement of a new victim, consulting a legal expert is advisable to navigate the specifics of the case.

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In * a trustee of an irrevocable trust came from out of state to caretake the surviving grantor because he had dementia. She obtained new poa's and had him sign over valuable property to her. She hid it until after he died in *. There was a civil lawsuit resulting in a settlement agreement which concluded in *.
It sounds like there could potentially be criminal charges such as fraud or elder abuse, depending on the specifics. Here are some general points:
- Elder Abuse: California Penal Code §* addresses financial abuse of elders.
- Fraud: Misrepresentation or deceit to obtain property.
- Statute of Limitations: Check the time limits for prosecuting these crimes.
Would you like more information on how to pursue this?
Yes. What is the statute of limitations for California. She came from oregon
In California, the statute of limitations varies based on the type of crime:
- Elder Abuse: Generally, 4 years from the discovery of the offense.
- Fraud: Usually *-4 years from the discovery of the fraud.
Given the complexity of your case, consulting with a legal expert is advisable. Would you like assistance connecting with local lawyers?
No. I thought there was no statute of limitations on fraud
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In California, the statute of limitations for fraud typically starts from the point of discovery. While there is a statute of limitations, it may vary depending on the case specifics. Since you've declined assistance in connecting with local lawyers, if you have any other questions or need more information, feel free to ask!
Thank you. We had a local lawyer. There is a new victim the caretaker had involved when she was defrauding the first victim
Case Rating: *
In California, fraud cases typically have a statute of limitations that starts from the point of discovery, so the timeline can vary. Given the involvement of a new victim, it might be worthwhile to review the specifics with a legal expert. If you have any other questions or need more information, feel free to ask!