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I'm curious about possible legal ramifications for a coworker, she's also not the brightest. Her ex boyfriend has had one of her cars in his possession for the past couple of months to use as a daily driver, she's upset with him and has decided to go "steal" her car back tonight along with his dog while he's sleeping. Keep in mind she has no insurance on the vehicle and has not asked the ex to return the car. I tried telling her to be careful and that she might want to think about it first, but after she got snotty I just told her "best of luck".
anyone on here with advice for her or possible ramifications of "stealing" her car back under Colorado law?
OtterbatHellcat
08-25-2017, 16:36
I'd suggest just calling the police, and let it take it's course that way.
I'd suggest just calling the police, and let it take it's course that way.
Yeah, that was my initial response
Zundfolge
08-25-2017, 16:54
If the car is in her name she's not "stealing" it ... as long as she doesn't have to enter private property to get it she's not trespassing.
I was going to say "if she's smart she'd call the police and let them know she's repossessing the car" ... but if she was smart she probably wouldn't be in this mess.
Now the dog napping ... that's where it'll get sticky.
henpecked
08-25-2017, 16:55
If she lent him the car the police will say it is a civil matter. Had a friend do the same years ago. I went and got it. Tracked him down through a parking ticket. Get what belongs to her and leave the dog. Get it rekeyed before she parks it at her home.
BushMasterBoy
08-25-2017, 17:00
Get a locking bar for the steering wheel.
^ agree with above. Police will probably not deeply involved with civil matter, but they might do their best to mitigate on the spot temporarly.
As long as registration is in her name, car is hers.
I don't know she would be able to get into his driveway to retrieve the car.
I mean taking the dog was dumb
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OtterbatHellcat
08-25-2017, 17:16
At least the bases are covered after talking with LE. They might give the go-ahead for her to take her vehicle back, dunno.
But, taking the dog is suggestive of being on the psycho side of things IMO.
At least the bases are covered after talking with LE. They might give the go-ahead for her to take her vehicle back, dunno.
But, taking the dog is suggestive of being on the psycho side of things IMO.
There's been a handful of things she's done that suggest she's a bit psycho. The dog part definitely drives that point home for me.
henpecked
08-25-2017, 17:21
If he says no then the car will not leave. He can claim a mechanics lien. He can deny access to the property. Then it will take months and money to get back a trashed vehicle. Go get it and don't tell anybody. Possession IS 9/10 of the law.
There's been a handful of things she's done that suggest she's a bit psycho. The dog part definitely drives that point home for me.
Instead of advice for her, how about advice for you. If she actually steals the guys dog. (Other than being a deadbeat needing her car we dont know how bad he is or not? Not that it matters) Report her ass to boss/police otherwise you kinda are privy to it which in an extreme case puts you on the hook for not reporting?
GilpinGuy
08-25-2017, 21:38
There's been a handful of things she's done that suggest she's a bit psycho. The dog part definitely drives that point home for me.
I'm sensing cocktail server.
thedave1164
08-26-2017, 14:12
MYOB, stay away from the crazy.
Don't get involved, get away
hurley842002
08-26-2017, 14:20
MYOB, stay away from the crazy.
Don't get involved, get away
X2, not even sure why getting involved was a consideration after she blew you off the first time.
spqrzilla
08-26-2017, 16:38
When you see a pot of crazy, you don't have to stir.
buffalobo
08-26-2017, 19:08
Involved in domestic disputes is bad juju. Spectator sport only, better from cheap seats far out.
I'm curious about possible legal ramifications for a coworker, she's also not the brightest. Her ex boyfriend has had one of her cars in his possession for the past couple of months to use as a daily driver, she's upset with him and has decided to go "steal" her car back tonight along with his dog while he's sleeping. Keep in mind she has no insurance on the vehicle and has not asked the ex to return the car. I tried telling her to be careful and that she might want to think about it first, but after she got snotty I just told her "best of luck".
anyone on here with advice for her or possible ramifications of "stealing" her car back under Colorado law?
So her ex boyfriend has been using her car as a daily driver- and it has no insurance? AND she decided to 'steal his dog'?
My suggestion to you is when and if you have an opportuity to talk with her, DON'T. Keep out of it. If she wants to come an chat with you about her awesome plan or whatever, hastily remember you have somewhere else to be, need to make a phone call, need to visit the men's room, ANYTHING.
If she starts behaving shady (I mean, besides stealing the dog back-if she somehow mistreats the dog or decides to 'set it free'; or what have you) then you're going to have to bring your boss into it. Domestic situations can bleed into the workplace quickly.
Holy crap, avoid this one. Does she have your phone number? because she'll call you to bail her ass out.
scratchy
08-26-2017, 20:15
Ixnay on the Cray Cray. Never invite crazy into your life. It never improves it.
Involved in domestic disputes is bad juju. Spectator sport only, better from cheap seats far out.
Spoken like a modern day yoda right there. ^the force is strong with this one it would be wise to use this advice.
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