Where do I file a theft by deception claim?

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Where do I file a theft by deception claim?

I partnered on a real estate deal with someone to oversee a renovation project. While they took the money, no renovations were made. Would like to file theft by deception or conversion claim. What is the first step?

Asked on November 4, 2011 under Criminal Law, Georgia

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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

For you to make a report about a theft matter involving you, there are two option. First contact your local law enforcement to file a police report about the matter. Or, you can go down to your county's district attorney's office and file a report about the incident there.

Since it appears that you have been defrauded and fraud is also a civil action, you might consider consulting with an attorney in your community about what transpired in order to look into whether or not a civil action would be appropriate under the circumstances.

Good luck.


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