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I entered into partnership with a couple in a small business venture about a year ago. Because they did not have good credit I got a small business credit card. A few months later, I discovered they were using the card for personal use and had charged a substantial amount of money. I left the business and canceled the card. I paid the card off to protect my credit. I am taking them to small claims court to try and retrieve some of my money. I got a call from Visa this morning that I owed an even larger amount on this card. After finally getting through to the fraud dept., they told me that they would send me an affidavit to sign and that there would be an investigation. After the investigation, I would not be responsible for the balance on the card.
Do you think I need to get a lawyer and file charges? I really would like to see these two go to jail!
What are your suggestions? Thanks so much!
Elaine,
There is no need to hire a lawyer to have someone arrested. The states attorney, prosecutor, or DA, or whatever it is called in your juristiction is your lawyer. Simply pick up the telephone and call the police and the officers will guide you the process on how charges are placed in your juristiction. Eventually the prosecutors office will have the case.
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Answers by Expert:
Jack Toomey
Expertise
Please do not ask me about potential jail sentences that you, your friends, or family might receive in court. There is no way for me to know that. Only a judge could answer a question like that. I am also NOT a probation officer or parole officer so I cannot answer questions that relate to parole or probation. Also please keep in mind that every state has different laws. If you are planning to ask a question about a specific law or criminal charge that pertains to your state only it could be difficult to answer. I also cannot give you legal advice on what to do or what not to do in court. Retired police officer with 26 years experience. Worked in the patrol division as well as over 14 years in the detective bureau. Investigated a wide range of crime such as murder, rape, robbery, theft, fraud, missing persons, and other very sensitive crimes. I am available to answer your questions about criminal law and especially as it applies to police work. I taught at the police academy for several years and am especially knowledgeable about search and seizure. Any question about criminal law is welcome! Please don't ask me to do your homework or ask me questions that obviously come from your teachers or professors. I also do not do online interviews or surveys. Young people need to gain face to face interviewing skills. Local police officers usually are very agreeable to assist in these assignments.
Experience
I am a retired police officer with 26 years experience. I investigated almost every type of crime including murder, rape, theft, missing persons, fraud, and domestic abuse. I am very knowledgeable about search and seizure and taught at the police academy for several years on a variety of subjects. I can answer questions that a lot of attorneys cannot since they do not have "street experience".
Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Science degree in Criminolgy from the University of Maryland.
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