How can my friend get her possessions
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How can my friend get her possessions
My friend’s significant other kicked her
out but won’t give her any of her things
what can she do to get her things back
Asked on December 22, 2017 under Family Law, Illinois
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
She can sue him for theft: it is theft when someone takes or keeps possession of your belongings without your permission. The friend should sue for the value of the belongings--in small claims court if appropriate (that is, if the value is under the limit for small claims cases), since filing in small claims court, as your own attorney or "pro se," is the fastest and most cost effective way to proceed. The matter can then be resolved or settled by the significant other returning the friend's belongings.
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