legal help for a vandalism charge of personal property?
542965
You have to give more details than that if you want any help.
1060737
It depends on your local ordinances and state laws.  You can always sue in civil court, but I doubt that the time, effort and costs would make it worthwhile.  You can always try to dispute the charge with your credit card company, but all they have to do, usually, is show the signed receipt and declare that the work is done.  What they would probably say is, "We don't have any idea what she did when she left here.  She must have been doing something horrendous to damage her nails like that."
295601
I think he will be looking at jail time on this one especially with a prior record. Grand Rapids is cracking down on this sort of thing and they talk about some pretty harsh penalty's for marking a building. There will probably be a fine and court cost and restitution.
899299
You are well within your rights to press charges and I encourage it. But I am a city girl and am always thinking with an urban attitude. \n\nLegally, that person will get charged with I am sure (1) breaking and entering, (2) theft, (3) fraud....most of which are felonies. If he has been released he will be arrested and will need a lawyer. He will then go on trial and the courts will contact you. Once you press charges you will be assigned a detective or a person of contact within the police department. \n\nPersonally...I am afraid that this person has had the opportunity to look in your wallet, know your address, and may be even have made COPIES OF YOUR KEYS. I really am not trying to scare you, but as a single woman, we have to look out for any possible scenarios that may put us in harm's way. \n\nI suggest you atleast change all locks to anything leading in to your home or apartment. I would much prefer you to be safe than suing. \n\nGood Luck to you and I am sorry to hear that someone decided to violate you in that way. Please try to always remember to carry your purse with you and ensure that all valuables are at least in your trunk. Always remember to be very cautious when entering your car.
780100
All police forces have their own particular process to follow, but based on what we do in my Force  you should phone up and ask to speak with someone in their Professional Standards Department.\nThey should be able to send you the relevant form which is then dealt with by the Police Authority's civil claims department.\nAs to what you should get - well, that's a tricky one.\nNormally only the value of what has been lost / damaged etc, but they may make an ex-gratia payment to cover reasonable inconvenience, particularly if you can demonstrate that they were responsible for losing the kit in the first place.\n\nNote that I say may - they also may not!\n\nIf you are not satisfied with their offer then the best way ahead is to threaten small claims court. Usually they would prefer to settle out of court and save the additional expense. So keep it reasonable and you should get value of your property + a bit on top.\n\nGood luck, and I'm sorry that your property was lost in the first place. We handle so much of it that it is inevitable that we lose some from time to time - but that doesn't help if you are the unlucky person!
433826
The easiest and probably safest way would be to contact an attorney and have them find out for you.  Calling the police won't help as that info will not be given over the phone.  If you go in and there are charges, you will be arrested on the spot.  So, I suggest you contact an attorney.
1125014
Hee, hee... Hope you're still laughing when they haul your vandalising ass off! Of course it is still considered vandalism... you are breaking/damaging property that isn't yours. \n\nOnce again, this falls into the category "If you have to ask...."
816406
Legal Notices in the local paper.\n\n-HtJ
278709
Consult a lawyer.  Document everything in regards to the offense and shore up your alibis.
1115582
How much were your belonging worth? Do you have any proof, e.g., receipts, etc.? Not any attorney, but doubt you could sue for more than actual damages and court costs. Have you contacted the owner or insurance company.
1134902
Yes, this will vary considerably by state.\n\nIn California, the situation you're describing here is probably already past the criminal stage.  You said the victim is showing an effort to pay back the damages, but I'm guessing you meant the suspect.  If the victim and suspect have entered into ANY kind of arrangement for restitution, that would normally shoot down any kind of criminal prosecution and the parties would be referred to small claims court if things go sideways later.\n\nAgain, in California, if the vandalism is only a misdemeanor, the time limit would be one year.  You're going to have to tell people what state you're in to get a better answer.
177396
Depending on what state your in the laws vary. In Florida you can petition the court to have it sealed provided the initial charge was not a sexual based offense. You will need to find a lawyer because the paper work will kill ya!
372030
If you have their s.s.n. you can go to a private investigate for a fee of course. That is the most legal course of action.
582420
Start with your county's District Attorney's Office. They often investigate claims against local officials. Some have a Public Integrity Unit. Good luck!
87467
It all sounds like small claims court is the right place.  The defendant needs to show up and present her story (and it would help if the ex-boyfriend presents his.)  If anybody ha any evidence of who owns the stuff (receipts, etc.) it would help win the case.
183981
Not unless your local police department does not charge.\nAny and everyone that I know of requires a fee.
592835
First call your insurance agent and file a vandalism claim.  You decide what you're going to disclose about the incident and decide whether you want to go after your friend legally.  Know dependent upon what details you disclose, your insurance company may go after him for criminal mischief.  Now, if the vandalism was really due to some unknown cause and by some unknown persons, perhaps you will simply pay a deductible and maintain a friendship.  In strictly legal terms, your friend is financially responsible for the damages resulting from his prank.\n\nI know a little something about playing such pranks.  When I was about 10 I got sick of my neighbor's cat climbing on my window screens at night, howling and scaring me to death.  One early morning, I collected the cat, put him into the neighbor's mailbox and waited to see what happened.  Unfortunately, the mail had not yet been delivered and the cat attacked the mail person, brutally scratching up his face and shredding his shirt and arms.  Yeah, my Papa (grandpa) found out and make me work off the amount of the medical bills!