Protecting Personal Belongings Legally

Summary

In Nevada, it is generally illegal for your husband to dispose of your belongings without your consent. If someone enters your locked room and steals your belongings, it could be considered burglary. Capturing the act on camera can serve as evidence, but you need to report it to the police for any legal action. Always consult a local attorney for specific advice.

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I know that my husband is planning getting rid of my stuff when I gone to visit my dad in Boston can he legally do this
Hello **** ****,
Based on Nevada law:
- Without your consent, it's generally illegal for your husband to dispose of your belongings.
- This could be considered as conversion, which is a civil wrong.
However, I'd recommend speaking with a local attorney for more specific advice.
Now I have.my stuff in a separate bedroom and I have that door lock and have a camera on when I'm gone in that room if someone goes in there am catch them on camera can have them arrested
Hello **** ****,
In Nevada, you may have the right to use video surveillance in your own home. However, trespassing laws might not apply if the person lives in the same residence. It may be illegal to dispose of your belongings without consent, but the situation might not warrant an arrest. Always consult with a local attorney for specific advice.
No I mean if one of his friends goes in there the reason is every time I go away he has his friends over and they steal my stuff
Hello **** ****,
In Nevada, if someone enters your locked room without your consent and steals your belongings, it could be considered burglary, a criminal offense. Capturing this on camera could serve as evidence. However, you'd need to report this to the police. Always consult a local attorney for advice.
They have stoleny my stuff before and also when I was there
Hello **** ****,
If your belongings have been stolen in Nevada, even if the thief is known to you, you should report this to local law enforcement. They can investigate and potentially press charges based on your evidence. Legal assistance may also be beneficial.
That why I was asking if I caught them on camera if I could have them arrested
Hello **** ****,
In Nevada, if you capture someone stealing your belongings on camera, it can serve as evidence. However, having them arrested would require reporting the incident to the police. They will decide on the appropriate action based on the evidence and Nevada law.
Ok thanks also so it's illegal for my husband to throw up out my stuff when I went to visit my dad the lease is in my name he is only on it as just living here
Hello **** ****,
In Nevada:
- It is generally illegal for your husband to dispose of your belongings without your consent, regardless of the lease agreement.
- You should consult a local attorney for specific advice.
Okay
Hello **** ****,
If your husband continues to dispose of your belongings, consider contacting law enforcement or possibly seeking a restraining order. Always consult a local attorney for advice. Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada may provide useful assistance.