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What do you do if your roommate steals money from you?

Leia Doyle

What do you do if your roommate steals money from you?

If you suspect your roommate is stealing from you, here are a few steps you can take:

  1. Make sure the item isn’t misplaced. Don’t automatically accuse your roommate if something is missing.
  2. Mention the disappearance.
  3. File a police report.
  4. Only confront your roommate if you have proof or strong evidence.

What do you do if someone steals something from you?

Seek counseling. You may feel violated and mistrustful after someone has stolen from you, especially if the thief is someone you know. Talking to a counselor can help you work through your emotions and regain your sense of trust in other people. End the relationship if you need to.

How do you know if your roommate is stealing from you?

16 Signs Your Roommate Is Stealing From You

  • When you ask what happened to your Oreos, they feign ignorance.
  • You’ve seen Instagrams of them in clothes that look very familiar.
  • You run out of shampoo and conditioner suspiciously quickly.
  • You’re constantly catching whiffs of your cologne/perfume when you haven’t used it.

Can I sue my roommate for going through my stuff?

We often receive the question, can I sue my roommate in California small claims? The answer is yes as long as the dispute is for $10,000 or less (more on this below). Disputes between roommates are very common in small claims court.

How do you tell if someone is stealing from you?

Here are some signs to be on the lookout for if you suspect that an employee is stealing from you:

  1. Look for unusual occurrences in the workplace such as: discrepancies of cash amounts. missing merchandise or supplies.
  2. Watch the employee’s behavior for: unusual working hours. poor work performance.

How do I stop my roommate from using my stuff?

So some simple rules/guidelines:

  1. Let me make it clear. A change is attitude is hard to come in a day.
  2. Keep your utterly personal stuff, your precious, in a box/trunk/closet whatever.
  3. Never talk/chat to someone else about your problem who is also close to your roommate.
  4. Don’t always nag/complain about your stuff.

Can you call the police if someone steals your money?

Filing a Police Complaint To report a theft that has already happened, the best way to contact the police is to call them using a non-emergency number. If there is no evidence that the person stole the money, or no one actually saw the crime occur, the police may to close the investigation without making an arrest.

Are Kleptomaniacs aware?

DSM-5 notes that the theft is not done to express anger or vengeance, or in response to a delusion or hallucination. Some kleptomaniacs are not even consciously aware that they are committing a theft until later.

Is stealing a mental disorder?

Kleptomania (klep-toe-MAY-nee-uh) is the recurrent inability to resist urges to steal items that you generally don’t really need and that usually have little value. Kleptomania is a rare but serious mental health disorder that can cause much emotional pain to you and your loved ones if not treated.

How do you stop people from using your stuff?

How to get people to stop using your stuff

  1. 17 Answers. Put a sign on your desk:
  2. Ignore them. If a nickname bothers you, ignore the person or people who call you by this name.
  3. Use your real name.
  4. Explain your concerns.
  5. Tell them to stop.
  6. Don’t assign them yourself.
  7. Find new friends.
  8. Move or find new friends.

Can my roommate throw my stuff out?

You do have a right to your belongings unless you indicated you intended to abandon them. They don’t have the right to discard or damage them, and can be sued for loss or criminally charged with mischief. The rent is a separate matter.

How do you get back at someone who stole your money?

Contact your bank and tell them it was an unauthorized debit or withdrawal. Ask them to reverse the transaction and give you your money back.

Is it illegal to steal your own stuff back?

No. You can’t ‘steal back’ what you already own. Make absolutely sure it is yours, and if you can prove it with receipts or ownership papers, call the police.

If it is a large chunk of money you could file a police report, this will definitely keep stealing roommates at bay even if the police can’t help you. Keep your money! Take your wallet with you at all times, deposit extra large amounts of cash in the bank, and if it is really an issue get a safe!

How do you tell if your roommate is stealing from you?

16 Signs Your Roommate Is Stealing From You

  1. When you ask what happened to your Oreos, they feign ignorance.
  2. You’ve seen Instagrams of them in clothes that look very familiar.
  3. You run out of shampoo and conditioner suspiciously quickly.
  4. You’re constantly catching whiffs of your cologne/perfume when you haven’t used it.

How can I get money back from someone stealing?

You have two options. One, you can file a lawsuit against them and have it served on them. It will be your burden of proof to show that they took your money. If you didn’t have a contract, or if you didn’t have any witnesses, filing a lawsuit might be a waste of your time and money.