Post by: BobR on March 09, 2009, 03:24:11 AM
You have 72 hours to return that camera to the exact location where you took it or I plan to make your life very miserable. Theft and criminal tresspass. I KNOW WHO YOU ARE.
Bob
Post by: scoyoc5 on March 09, 2009, 04:03:09 AM
hope you get your property back
Post by: bigdave on March 09, 2009, 09:05:43 AM
Dave
Post by: Machias on March 09, 2009, 09:27:44 AM
Post by: whacker1 on March 09, 2009, 09:36:00 AM
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Post by: BobR on March 09, 2009, 11:31:33 AM
I have reason to believe that they at least read this forum.
Bob
Post by: Skyvalhunter on March 09, 2009, 12:00:57 PM
Post by: BLKBEARKLR on March 09, 2009, 12:23:01 PM
It is not unusual for attorneys to receive inquiries about defamation actions from people who are in conflicts with neighbors or other members of their communities, and have become the subjects of vicious lies. The area of law most implicated by that type of conduct is "defamation of character", a cause of action which is generally defined to include "libel" and slander".
What Are Defamation, Libel and Slander?
Generally speaking, defamation is the issuance of a false statement about another person, which causes that person to suffer harm. Slander involves the making of defamatory statements by a transitory (non-fixed) representation, usually an oral (spoken) representation. Libel involves the making of defamatory statements in a printed or fixed medium, such as a magazine or newspaper.
Typically, the elements of a cause of action for defamation include:
A false and defamatory statement concerning another;
The unprivileged publication of the statement to a third party (that is, somebody other than the person defamed by the statement);
If the defamatory matter is of public concern, fault amounting at least to negligence on the part of the publisher; and
Damage to the plaintiff.
In the context of defamation law, a statement is "published" when it is made to the third party. That term does not mean that the statement has to be in print.
Damages are typically to the reputation of the plaintiff, but depending upon the laws of the jurisdiction it may be enough to establish mental anguish.
Most jurisdictions also recognize "per se" defamation, where the allegations are presumed to cause damage to the plaintiff. Typically, the following may consititute defamation per se:
Attacks on a person's professional character or standing;
Allegations that an unmarried person is unchaste;
Allegations that a person is infected with a sexually transmitted disease;
Allegations that the person has committed a crime of moral turpitude;
While actions for defamation have their roots in common law, most jurisdictions have now enacted statutes which modify the common law. They may change the elements of the cause of action, limit when an action may be filed, or modify the defenses to an action for defamation. Some may even require that the defendant be given an opportunity to apologize before the plaintiff can seek non-economic damages.
What Defenses Are Available To People Accused of Defamation?
The most important defense to an action for defamation is "truth", which is an absolute defense to an action for defamation.
Another defense to defamation actions is "privilege". For example, statements made by witnesses in court, arguments made in court by lawyers, statements by legislators on the floor of the legislature, or by judges while sitting on the bench, are ordinarily privileged, and cannot support a cause of action for defamation, no matter how false or outrageous.
I am no expert I looked that up on google and it was pretty much cut and dry, I would be careful what I print.
Joe
Post by: whacker1 on March 09, 2009, 12:27:51 PM
Post by: bigdave on March 09, 2009, 12:49:47 PM
I grabbed my camera and cellphone, dialed my neighbor and while I had him on speakerphone went outside and asked this guy what he was doing. He mumbles some excuse about he thought this was a "park" and was suprised to see a house back here. I said just a sec buddy....snapped his picture and walked down and snapped a pic of his truck and license plate. I told him that as soon as he left I was going to report him to the sheriff for trespassing and that he doesn't have any business down my driveway.
The neighbor heard the whole exchange and actually called and reported that I had a prowler, before the guy could get in his truck the sheriff comes driving up. He read the guy the riot act and pretty much accused him of scoping out properties on our street for burglary. He told him to not ever come down here again and that the next time he would have to run him through the computer and see whats up with his warrants and things.
Later, I checked back with the sheriff and he did run the guys plates and he came back as being from Tri-cities area. He said he probably had a couple of neighborhoods he was working up here and would make a day trip to do some scouting and make a hit if everything looked good. He even said that often burglars will befriend dogs at a home so they can come back and the dog won't bark and will treat them like family.
Long story for 3 points:
1. It's good to have relationship with your neighbors and your local law enforcement.
2. The sheriff can make life difficult for people without arresting them.
3. Labs DO NOT make good watchdogs...!
Bob,
Good luck getting your camera back. Even better luck ruining these guys day sometime in the near future.
Post by: div4gold` on March 09, 2009, 02:02:24 PM
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on March 09, 2009, 02:12:29 PM
3. Labs DO NOT make good watchdogs...!
I will second that. Mine would prolly drop his ball at their feet wanting them to throw it for them. Chances are, their arm would be so tired, they couldn't break in after that. :chuckle:
Post by: luvtohnt on March 09, 2009, 02:36:39 PM
3. Labs DO NOT make good watchdogs...!
My lab does, she isn't aggressive but she won't ever quit barking even when people she knows very well come over. So I would defiantly be aware of an others presence.
Bob, what town do you live in or close to?
Brandon
Post by: 7mag. on March 09, 2009, 04:23:41 PM
Post by: BobR on March 09, 2009, 10:20:45 PM
Bob
Post by: Skyvalhunter on March 10, 2009, 05:48:10 AM
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