Legal Question in Criminal Law in District of Columbia

I had a check stolen and cashed from my house. Like to file a claim against person that stole it.


Asked on 8/16/10, 9:44 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Phillip M. Cook Cook Legal Services, LLC

You may consider first filing a police report so that criminal charges are brought against the thief. Sometimes criminal penalties can include restitution for the victim. Once you file a criminal complain, you can either retain an attorney to file a civil lawsuit to recover the funds or you can file one yourself. Best of luck.

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Answered on 8/21/10, 3:14 pm


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