What is a car owner’s legal obligation to replace another that were funds stolen from their vehicle?

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What is a car owner’s legal obligation to replace another that were funds stolen from their vehicle?

My previous roommate had my deposit money stolen from her car before she was able to get it to me. Now she is telling me that she cannot pay me. Although this is a terrible situation, I feel she still legally owes me the money.

Asked on September 30, 2017 under Business Law, Texas

Answers:

SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 6 years ago | Contributor

Unless she stole it, she has no obligation to replace the funds. One person is NOT liable for the criminal acts of other people: she is no more responsible for your funds stolen from her car then you would be responsible for murder if you threw a party and one guest stabbed another. A crime occuring in property (a vehicle or home) owned by a person does not make the property owner responsible, unless and only if he or she participated in, conspired in, assisted, etc. the crime.


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