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Ohio Civil Theft Clarification
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In Ohio, civil theft damages can be up to three times the propertys value, but this typically refers to the specific item taken, such as dirt, not the entire land or home. The situation described seems minor, with negligible value involved, and the lack of intent to deprive could be a strong defense. It is likely a civil matter rather than a criminal one, and the case may be considered trivial. Consulting a local attorney could provide more clarity and peace of mind.Full Conversation
Would this likely be a real civil case or criminal one - or likely trivial and dismissed
In Ohio, this situation would likely be considered a civil matter rather than a criminal one. The focus would be on the value of the dirt and whether there was any prior agreement or dispute about the property line. It's possible that the case could be considered trivial and dismissed if the value is negligible and you returned the dirt. Consulting with a local attorney could provide more clarity.
it was a few kernels of dirt. what would liability be in civil cse??
In a civil case in Ohio, the liability would generally focus on the value of the dirt taken. If it was just a few kernels, the value might be negligible, which could lead to the case being considered trivial. It might be worth consulting a local attorney for personalized advice. Was there any documentation or evidence of the soil assessment purpose?
no but he is litiguious and it was really an intent to asses the sink hole and not derpive or steal
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This seems to be a minor civil issue, as it involves a small amount of dirt and your intent was not theft. Here are a few general points to consider:
- Ohio allows for up to three times the value of the property taken in civil theft cases.
- Civil cases focus on the value of what was taken, not the intent.
- Documentation might have helped prove your intent.
Given the minor nature of the incident, it might not be a strong case, but consulting a local attorney could provide more clarity on potential defenses.
This seems to be a minor civil issue, as it involves a small amount of dirt and your intent was not theft. Here are a few general points to consider:
- Ohio allows for up to three times the value of the property taken in civil theft cases.
- Civil cases focus on the value of what was taken, not the intent.
- Documentation might have helped prove your intent.
Given the minor nature of the incident, it might not be a strong case, but consulting a local attorney could provide more clarity on potential defenses.
so could i be not guilty as tossed back and no intent to deprive or no mens rea
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In your situation, the lack of intent to deprive ("mens rea") and the minor value of the dirt could be strong defenses in a civil case. Since you returned the dirt and there was no intent to steal, this may be considered trivial. Consulting an attorney would provide more specific advice, but it doesn't seem like a strong case against you.
In your situation, the lack of intent to deprive ("mens rea") and the minor value of the dirt could be strong defenses in a civil case. Since you returned the dirt and there was no intent to steal, this may be considered trivial. Consulting an attorney would provide more specific advice, but it doesn't seem like a strong case against you.
does this sound like a worriesome event
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This situation seems to be minor and unlikely to be a strong case against you. Since the value of the dirt is negligible and there was no intent to deprive, it might not be a worrisome event. However, consulting a local attorney might provide additional peace of mind.
This situation seems to be minor and unlikely to be a strong case against you. Since the value of the dirt is negligible and there was no intent to deprive, it might not be a worrisome event. However, consulting a local attorney might provide additional peace of mind.
are you *% sure its not value of land and proporty on it - for instance land is worth 115k per auditor and 400k home
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In your situation, the value considered in a civil case for the dirt would likely be the value of the dirt itself, not the entire land or home value. Given the circumstances, it seems like a minor issue, but consulting a local attorney could provide more clarity.
In your situation, the value considered in a civil case for the dirt would likely be the value of the dirt itself, not the entire land or home value. Given the circumstances, it seems like a minor issue, but consulting a local attorney could provide more clarity.
so just a few grains of dirt with a replacement cost of maybe $*
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This seems like a minor civil matter. The value of the dirt is negligible, and your intent was not theft. It's unlikely that this will escalate into a serious legal issue. However, consulting with a local attorney could provide peace of mind and clarity.
This seems like a minor civil matter. The value of the dirt is negligible, and your intent was not theft. It's unlikely that this will escalate into a serious legal issue. However, consulting with a local attorney could provide peace of mind and clarity.
so shouldnt worry
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This situation appears to be minor, with negligible value involved. Without intent to deprive and having returned the dirt, it's unlikely to escalate into a serious legal issue. Consulting a local attorney might still offer peace of mind.
This situation appears to be minor, with negligible value involved. Without intent to deprive and having returned the dirt, it's unlikely to escalate into a serious legal issue. Consulting a local attorney might still offer peace of mind.
can you recommend one
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This situation seems minor, with negligible value involved. It's unlikely to escalate into a serious legal issue. If you're looking for a local attorney, you might want to search online directories or contact the Ohio State Bar Association for recommendations. Let me know if you have more questions!
This situation seems minor, with negligible value involved. It's unlikely to escalate into a serious legal issue. If you're looking for a local attorney, you might want to search online directories or contact the Ohio State Bar Association for recommendations. Let me know if you have more questions!
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