Nanny Took Truck Unauthorized

Summary

If your nanny took your truck without permission in Texas, you can report the unauthorized use to the police, which may lead to her arrest. Unauthorized use of a vehicle is a state jail felony in Texas. A text message instructing her to return the vehicle can serve as written communication. Consult a lawyer for detailed advice.

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I have a nanny that I let use the truck. Call me last night at midnight decided she was gonna take the truck to her daughters which is * */* hours away and not come to work and not come to work tomorrow and take it up the road three hours away, I’ve asked to have the truck back and she won’t bring it back. What’s my options?
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Could you please tell me your location? Laws regarding possession and unauthorized use of property can vary by location.
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. May I know where you are currently residing? This will help me provide you with more accurate information.
Texas
Hello ****, based on Texas law, here are your options:
- Report the unauthorized use of your vehicle to the police.
- Contact a lawyer to discuss a possible civil lawsuit for conversion.
Please consult with a legal professional to discuss these options in detail.
so if I reported on authorize use, will she be arrested if she’s caught with it
Yes, in Texas, unauthorized use of a vehicle is considered a state jail felony. If she's caught with it after you've reported, she could face arrest. However, the decision rests with law enforcement.
Does she have a certain time to get it back or is it right after I reported?
Once a report for unauthorized use is made in Texas, she can be arrested at any point if caught with the vehicle. However, law enforcement discretion and response times can vary. It's best to consult with a lawyer for specifics.
so I have it in text message that I told her to bring the vehicle back. Do I need it in writing to tell her to bring the vehicle back?
In Texas, a text message can serve as written communication. However, it's best to consult with a lawyer to ensure your communications hold up in a legal setting.