Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California

I was going to rent a room from this lady. The day we agreed I would move in, I gave her $250 for this months rent. The next day I start moving my things in, she flips out and tells me the landlord wants me to pay for both a criminal background and credit reports. I said no that was not the deal. I decided I would not rent the room. I hadn't stayed one night. Here's my question I asked for my money back from the lady and she says she cant give it back to me right now. Can I file a criminal report with the Sheriffs because I feel I was scammed? Thank You for your time.


Asked on 10/26/14, 1:22 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Anthony Roach Law Office of Anthony A. Roach

You can always report a suspected crime to the police or sheriff. Whether or not they act on it depends on the evidence, and not your desires. You may have to sue in small claims court, civilly, to get your money back.

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Answered on 10/27/14, 6:08 am


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