can i catch a person who absconded with my money?
826513
I doubt it... I'm really sorry to hear about it though. karma will catch up to him, so don't tinker with it too much!
718775
That is not a good thing for him to be doing... But I would just hide your money really good and then just talk to him about what might happen if it wasnt you he was stealing from...Like Juvy or involvement of the police...Also you need to somehow set him straight...Maybe not desert if you have that in your house, or groundings....But nothing to harsh...THen that might give him other ideas...Just be a little harsh but not TOO harsh...
319093
When the check bounces after you have given them/him/her the money, YOU will be responsible for PROMPT restitution to the bank.  Failing that, YOU become the criminal, and then you will receive NO EXCUSE for your story.\n\nThey have let in a ZILLION foreigners who have absolutely no respect for the laws, no conscience, and are working these scams FULL TIME and SUCCEEDING to earn $1000 per week and up while leaving others holding the bag.\n\nThey do it with fake/stolen/counterfeit money orders and travelers checks that look safe.  They get involved with people who are selling used cars, rings, lawn mowers, looking for a home for a cat and all manner of other usually straighforward transactions and connive to get money involved in some way that lets them walk off with a free lawnmower at the minimum, and if possible leaves the offended party owing his/her bank and needing to PAY UP FAST to stay out of jail.\n\nAND, GET THIS:  The police, FBI, law, etc are NOT INTERESTED UNTIL the bank determines the check, M.O. etc. is bogus.  AND THEN they are LOOKING FOR YOU....\n\nSo watch out!!!!!!!  Typically $300--900 range.
680066
My roommate got caught in the same scam. The girl told him she loved him and sh*t like that. Saying that she needed him to cash the money order, and send the money to her sister. He got screwed out of 120,000 bucks. He went to the police but there was nothing they could do. That was over two years ago and he's still paying back the bank. Really sad that people are still falling for the scam now...even sadder that the people are keeping up the scam. At least you're smart and know it was a scam. What the police told my ex roommate was that there's no way to tell who the person is, so the most you can do is report it to yahoo. They'll pull the account, but they'll only create another one and be back out doing it in ten mins.
1033164
FOR YOUR INFORMATION THAT'S ILLEGAL!!!! I HAVE A FRIEND THAT DID THAT JUST ONCE AND GOT CAUGHT AND FINED $60,000 (US). HE'S HAVING FUN PAYING THAT!
838552
Not viable or legal but you could try taking it out on his hide, ie: destructive measure to get what you want. If you're not willing to do that, try the police. Writing a check you don't have the money for = Fraud. Go for it. It might be just as fun if not more fun than the damaging him part. Just kidding, take it to court.
630090
tell the bank so they can make a record of the mistake b/c karma is a bitch, it will always come back to you. besides you never know if the money you are spend is someone bill money...
1145332
There are a whole variety of scams like this. They will steal money from you one way or another.  If you give them bank information they may steal money from your account.  \n\nThey may give you a check or money order that you deposit in your account, and your bank tells you the check has "cleared."  You then forward the scammers some of the money.  Later, your bank will tell you the check that has "cleared" has bounced, and you are out the money.\n\nWhen your money is stolen, what can you do?  Are you going to go to the police and say "hey I was trying to steal money, but I got money stolen from myself instead..."\n\nBelow are some examples of these scams
627446
Dear Friend,\n\nYou probably can't, unless they owe you money.  If they owe you money, you can sue them for it.  If they say they can't pay, or if they ignore you after you win, you can subpoena their bank records.\n\nYour Friend,\nFrancesois
926147
Contact the sate attorney general's office in California under the consumer protection division.  What this person did could be construed as a felony, and they will end up in jail.  It falls under federal jurisdiction as well because they used an interstate commerce (the internet) to commit fraud.  You can sue them later, but that will involve filing it in a California court.  The criminal court will get you your money back and you will have the satisfaction of knowing this person is in jail.  They may even get you a little extra in restitution.\n\nContact your local district attorney's office as well.  Your local police department can help, but all they will do is take a statement and contact the DA for getting in contact with CA.\n\nDO NOT CONTACT THIS PERSON ANYMORE.  If you alert them to a criminal investigation, they could take steps to make it more difficult for law enforcement to find them.\n\nContact your bank or credit card company immediately.  They will submit a claim and may be able to put a lein on the thief's account, and may be able to get your funds back faster.\n\nGoodluck!
49742
depends on how much he stole...no no...I'm joking...of course you have to go to the police...otherwise you'll be an accessory to the crime...I know tough break.
1071730
Be prepared to admit you made a small mistake (if they find it)  and to pay for that mistake.\n \nBut, NEVER ADMIT YOU WERE TRYING TO GET AWAY WITH SOMETHING!!!! Admitting you were attempting to cheat will put you in jail.\n\nAvoiding taxes is legal, evading taxes is not.
792293
You need a lawyer.  Best place to start is to check the Yellow Pages for attorneys that give free initial consultations.  Sounds to me like you have a legitimate case, and a lawyer can request the name of the individual who cashed your check for you.  If the bank refuses, it's possible that the laws of your state will allow you to have a judge order the bank to release that person's name.  Even if the police refuse to charge this person with forgery and bank fraud, you can still file a civil case against this person for the amount of the check plus court/attorney fees and any inconveniences you suffered as a result.
1125955
Call the bank who issued the debit card, they can pull up a record that should give you a clue as to what the purchase was.  If you did not authorize this, then go to your bank and fill out a form stating it was an unauthorized transaction and they will try to recoup your money. Usually with much success.
769671
CheckSmart is feeding you a line of bull$h!t.  As long as you are making a reasonable effort to pay off a just debt they CANNOT turn you over for collection (under the Fair Debt Collection Act)and they sure as heck CANNOT have a warrant issued for your arrest if they can't prove that you deliberately committed bank fraud.  \n\nHere's what you do:  Get the name, address, telephone number, and FAX number of the manager of the Columbus CheckSmart office.  Write him/her personally and explain the situation.  Be sure to FAX a copy to them ASAP and make sure you keep a copy of the letter.  Let them know that you're willing to pay the debt but you simply can't hand over that kind of money right now because you got scammed out of a huge chunk of money yourself.  Send the original via UPS or FedEx so you can ensure your letter makes it there before noon on Friday.  If you don't hear from the manager by Friday, call on Monday and ask to speak to him/her.  If this person is not willing to accommodate you, that's when you start playing hard-ball.\n\nIf the manager says he/she is going to get a warrant sworn out for your arrest, then tell him/her your lawyer will be in court the very next day filing a damages lawsuit against CheckSmart for wrongful prosecution, and that he/she will be named as one of the defendants in the suit.  \n\nIf the manager demands payment in full, tell him/her that you will pay what you can on a schedule but that's all you can do.  \n\nIf he/she tells you that's not acceptable, your reply is that you're not asking -- you're telling him what you can and will do and he/she will just have to live with it.  And if he/she has a problem with it, encourage him/her to read up on the Fair Debt Collection Act.\n\nYou should probably contact a lawyer as well.  Look in the Yellow Pages for attorneys that give free initial consultations.  You might get someone who will take your case pro bono (for free).\n\nGood luck!
640457
If this individual holds a judgment against you after having gone to trial, there is very, very little you can do.\n\nThe only way to successfully get out of paying the judgment is to have no money.  Even then, sometimes a creditor can attach the bank account of someone holding money for you.  There is one way to have no money and quash the judgment so that the creditor cannot come after you again - bankruptcy.  If this is important enough to you, talk to a lawyer about filing for bankruptcy.
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NO. Not if you authorize them via some sort of a payment that you made to them e.g check or via atm... actually let me take that back. INS does not accept personal checks or payment via a debit card. either US Postal Money Order or a Bank Draft. So the answer is NO they cannot take money out of your personal account. \n\nIf you screwed up they could get a fedral ... (something) to seal your assets in which case you won't be able to access your money. But that's all.