If I pawned an item for my roommate to help him pay his rent but now he’s claiming that he didn’t say I could, can I face criminal charges?
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If I pawned an item for my roommate to help him pay his rent but now he’s claiming that he didn’t say I could, can I face criminal charges?
Asked on March 24, 2013 under Criminal Law, Colorado
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
If he reneges on his story and claims that you stole the item and pawned it then yes, you could be held liable for some sort of criminal charge and for conversion of property. I would speak with your friend again and then an attorney. Good luck.
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