- 1). File a police report. This can be time consuming but it is the first step to being able to prosecute a con artist. Tell the police, in detail, exactly what happened. If possible give them an exact time-line of the events. If you have factual evidence, such as bills, receipts, or phone records, present that evidence to the police. You must give the district attorney as much ammunition as possible in order to successfully prosecute a criminal. The legal system often will not prosecute because of a lack of evidence, or because people are too ashamed or embarrassed to admit they have been duped.
- 2). Sue the con artist in small claims court. This is another option if the district attorney refuses to prosecute the case. You will not need an attorney. You can directly subpoena the criminal and get a civil judgment that will allow you to uncover their personal records or assets.
- 3). Contact criminal support groups that fight fraud. Often these groups will have databases of known criminals. Some of these criminals have been prosecuted and others haven't. By contacting these groups you may be able to put together a multi-party lawsuit and strengthen your case.
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