possible piracy

[Fitz]

Make a trip to the local Sheriff's office and ask to speak to a Civil
Division deputy that handles judgments. Most of these guys are pretty
helpful and can give you info and tips on how to proceed in your
jurisdiction. The alternative would be to consult an attorney. A lot of
attorneys allow a free 15 minute consult or similar. As I said, you can
move against property that has a lien against it but the lien holder would
be immune to losing his share. The business owner could loose his equity
though. Do you know the license plate numbers of the two vehicles?
***

 

[Guest]

No, but that would be easy to get. A stop in front of the store would be all
that would take.

 

[Guest]

I am wondering about the circuit court here! I went to file to collect. They
told me I could not file against store. They advised me about the back acct.
& vin #. They gave me the papers I needed. I went to store, stopped, got out,
& went up to the vehicle (with the store name on it) & started writing done
vin#. Owner came out screaming, grabbed my arm, & yanked the paper out of my
hand. Then he called police for me trespassing. When they got there, they
were familiar with the case. I showed where I had judgement & explained what
I was doing. They told me I could not go on private property & that a lawyer
could get vin# with license plate #. They let me go.....whew! I went back to
court house to file. Then they tell me what to write! We listed any & all
assets, cash, cash register, equipment, & vehicle (with license #). They said
they didn't know if sheriff would do anything about equipment & vehicle. I am
to check back in 10 days & they will let me know what is going on. He has 30
days to pay up.
I appreciate your other info. I will use it if this doesn't work.

 

[Fitz]

If he grabbed your arm, that is an assault and battery (criminal offense) in
any state. It's not trespassing if you're on public property and you get
his license plate #. Good luck.

 

[Guest]

I thought of charging him, but figured he would charge me with trespassing
then. The police said it was private property. It's an old resturant that has
been turned into 2 businesses.

 

[Leythos]

I thought of charging him, but figured he would charge me with trespassing
then. The police said it was private property. It's an old resturant that has
been turned into 2 businesses.

If it's a business, with a public access parking area, I don't believe
it could be considered trespassing unless you had been warned or it was
posted as private property with a warning.

 

[Guest]

UPDATE...filed to collect on judgement. He hired an attorney to have it
dismissed because the birth of a premature baby had complications & it caused
him not to be able to contact the court or appear. Not only did the judge not
buy it, but I was able to testify to driving past his shop on my way to court
that morning & he was standing out front talking on his cell phone. The judge
denied the dimissal. I now have to file (again) to collect, because the 30
days are up.

 

[Guest]

Hi Fitz. Hope you are getting notice of my posting. Since you have knowledge
of the law, I thought you could possibly help me. I live in Missouri. Here it
is up to me to collect. I know I can ask for cash, cash register, cash
receipts, & office equipment & supplies. I have the license plate number on
the vechicle he uses & has the company name on it, but he is saying it's only
in his wife's name. The sheriff''s depart. has told me twice now they would
check into that, but I have no answer. Do you know of any other things I can
file for? I know I can't go after real estate.

Doesn't have to be money they seize...it can be any asset such as printers,
chairs, file cabinets, computers, desks, work bench...anything that can be
sold to satisfy the judgment. At least that's the way it is in N.C. and
most likely similar or the same in other states.

Regards,
Fitz (retired deputy)
***

 

[Leythos]

UPDATE...filed to collect on judgement. He hired an attorney to have it
dismissed because the birth of a premature baby had complications & it caused
him not to be able to contact the court or appear. Not only did the judge not
buy it, but I was able to testify to driving past his shop on my way to court
that morning & he was standing out front talking on his cell phone. The judge
denied the dimissal. I now have to file (again) to collect, because the 30
days are up.

You hold a special place in my heart for having the courage to go after
a pirate that took advantage of you, and all the work you've put into
it. It's honorable people like you that make the difference and set the
example for others.

 

[Guest]

Thanks again for your support & praise. I have to say though, the people in
this forum have been very helpful to me. Over the last few months, I have
learned a great deal about piracy, OEM copies, Licensing, legit CD's, & on &
on. Many here led me in the right direction. I feel confident & strong in the
fact that I am right. I want to thank everyone for their assistance. Working
together is the way to accomplish.

 

[---Fitz---]

What's the license plate number and the state? Don't reply to this
message...just send the info to me at (e-mail address removed). Remove
NOSPAM. This is disposable address and it's never monitored. I will
monitor it for the next couple of days. You go girl! Let me know in this
thread when you have sent the email.

Hi Fitz. Hope you are getting notice of my posting. Since you have
knowledge
of the law, I thought you could possibly help me. I live in Missouri. Here
it
is up to me to collect. I know I can ask for cash, cash register, cash
receipts, & office equipment & supplies. I have the license plate number
on
the vechicle he uses & has the company name on it, but he is saying it's
only
in his wife's name. The sheriff''s depart. has told me twice now they
would
check into that, but I have no answer. Do you know of any other things I
can
file for? I know I can't go after real estate.

 

[Guest]

done

What's the license plate number and the state? Don't reply to this
message...just send the info to me at (e-mail address removed). Remove
NOSPAM. This is disposable address and it's never monitored. I will
monitor it for the next couple of days. You go girl! Let me know in this
thread when you have sent the email.

 

[---Fitz---]

I've replied.

Fitz

done

 

[Guest]

The repairman appeared at the Sheriff's Office today & made 1/3 the amount
owed me & said he will pay the balance by the deadline date. So.....if you
have been victimized, go for it. Justice does prevail!

 

[---Fitz---]

Go girl!

The repairman appeared at the Sheriff's Office today & made 1/3 the amount
owed me & said he will pay the balance by the deadline date. So.....if
you
have been victimized, go for it. Justice does prevail!

 

[Guest]

Thanks. You helped a lot.
I just found out the store is closed. He has a new website, so he may just
be moving, but he is out of business for now.

 

[Guest]

UPDATE - The repairman paid another 1/3 for the small claims case I won. The
Deputy had to go to his residence & request it this time (he waited while the
guy went to his ATM...God bless him!) His shop is closed, but he is working
out of his home.

 

[Leythos]

UPDATE - The repairman paid another 1/3 for the small claims case I won. The
Deputy had to go to his residence & request it this time (he waited while the
guy went to his ATM...God bless him!) His shop is closed, but he is working
out of his home.

That's wonderful news, it's only disappointing that the case has taken
so long and been so much trouble for you. This is a prime example of how
WGA does work and how users/owners can get back at pirates and unethical
vendors.

It seems that the system DOES work.

 

[Guest]

If he pays the full amount by the deadline date, it will be just under 5
mons. since I started legal action against him. Considering how slow the
legal system is, I don't think that is too bad. What I don't understand is
why the police or microsoft hasn't done anything. Microsoft will not give you
any information on their investigation & the police want more than one
incident. If they have one case, I would think that would be enough. How many
banks do they have to know you robbed to arrest you?
So........if ANYONE has been pirated....go to the local authorities. If you
don't, you could be letting the person continue breaking the law & in my
case, preventing them from prosecuting.

 

[Mark Ritchie]

Out of curiosity what did the tech charge you for his services? Did he have
an actual copy of Windows XP on his invoice or was it something like Wipe
and Reload?
I know alot of little shops do things like this, upgrade you to Windows XP
because they don't want to take the time to find drivers when they reload
windows ME. Using a Pirate copy of windows is still no way to do business,
but alot of shops like these do it to make money and save time, and they
actually try to save the client money as well(clearly you can see it doesn't
save anyone any time or money lol)


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Regards,

Mark Ritchie


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