Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Maryland
belongings
I was living with my brother and his girlfriend and i moved out. i left a bag there by accident with important papers and sentimental items in it. i sent them am email asking them to give it to a friend and there reply was they were not. is this considered theft if not what do i have to do to ensure my belongings are returned to me before they throw them out?if thet are thrown out what legal actions can i take?
Asked on 9/04/08, 2:06 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson
Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson
Re: belongings
No, what you've described is not the crime of theft but the reluctance of one family member to do a little extra work for his sibling.
Regarding your second question, you may have to go back there and soon in order to pick up the belongings which were left behind.
Answered on 9/04/08, 8:14 pm