Send your sister a demand letter from an attorney requesting immediate return of the funds. If she does not respond, file a police report.

Dear Oakland Poster, Your post is a little confusing. It appears you were falsely accused of shoplifting a couple years ago. When you say...

Could be for a number of reasons. For clarity, you must speak to the DMV for information regarding your drivers license suspension. Call the...

Yes, and he could also face criminal penalties if this is reported to the police.

What do I do?

This is a repeat question. 1) What will happen if you do not pay the civil demand? Most likely, nothing. You will receive more demand...

Is there anything I can do as a victim to seek a lighter sentence for my abuser if I believe the sentence to be unfair??

As the alleged victim aka complaining witness you have rights. One of those rights is to be represented by counsel through the process. I would...

Can I be held in Contempt?

Yes, you should have gone through your attorney. No, I do not think you will be held in Contempt. Pressuring someone not to testify is a...

What should I do?

Dear San Bruno Poster, This appears to be a follow up post. There are two processes. The first is in criminal court. That is where the...

No, I would not pay the civil demand. See my legal guide: https://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/shoplifting-demand-letters-in-san-mateo-county

Am i a victim of fraud?

SCAM! Do not call back. Block number. Do not respond. This is extortion. There is no girl. Never was.