Recovering Borrowed Cellphone Steps

Summary

If someone borrows your cellphone and refuses to return it, you can send a formal demand letter requesting its return. If ignored, file a police report for theft and consider small claims court if the phones value is under $8,000. In Florida, you can request the defendant to cover court costs. Obtain and complete the Statement of Claim and Summons/Notice to Appear forms from the clerk of court. Include the phones value and any incurred costs in your claim.

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How should my formal demand letter be writyen like or where can i get info on how to so one
Hi Marhonda! When writing a formal demand letter in Florida, include the following:
- Your contact information
- The recipient's contact information
- The date
- A clear and concise statement of the facts
- A demand for the return of the cellphone
- A deadline for compliance (e.g., 10 days)
- A statement of possible legal action if ignored
Would you like a template to better guide you?
Yes
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Sure, here's a simple template you can use for your formal demand letter:
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[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, Zip Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
[Recipient's Name]
[Recipient's Address]
[City, State, Zip Code]
Dear [Recipient's Name],
I am writing to formally request the return of my cellphone, which I lent to you on [date]. Despite my multiple verbal requests for its return, I have yet to receive it back.
As the rightful owner of the cellphone, I demand that you return it to me within ten (*) days from the date of this letter. Should you fail to comply with this demand, I will have no choice but to pursue legal action to recover my property.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
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Would you like any more assistance?
Yes after that letter and if she dont return it what paper qork do i file then
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If the recipient does not return your cellphone after the demand letter, you can file a claim in small claims court. You will need to:
*. Complete a Statement of Claim form.
*. File the form with the clerk of court.
*. Pay the filing fee.
Would you like information on how to fill out the Statement of Claim form?
Yes and can o dile for her to pay the fees to recover my phone back
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In Florida, you can request that the defendant pay for court costs in your Statement of Claim. Here's what to include:
- State the value of your phone.
- Include any costs incurred, such as filing fees.
- Request reimbursement for these costs in the claim.
Would you like more help with this process?
Wjay forms do i gwt to fiile thos process
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To file a small claims case in Florida, you need to complete the following forms:
- Statement of Claim
- Summons/Notice to Appear
The clerk of court can provide these forms. Would you like more details on filling out these forms?
Yes
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You will need to obtain and complete the Statement of Claim and Summons/Notice to Appear forms from the clerk of court. In the Statement of Claim, you should detail the value of the phone and any additional costs you are seeking reimbursement for.