Can I harass someone who owes me money?

The person who owes you money CAN enlist police help to stop you from contacting them! The simple truth is that he may owe you money, but you CAN be barred from harassing and/or threatening him over the money!

Is it illegal not to pay someone back?

Its not “against the law” not to pay someone in the sense it is not a criminal matter. However, you probably have proven that you owe him money if you gave him a check (anything other than cash), sent and email admitting it, etc. If you are paying him back he is simply being a jerk harassing you.

What to do if someone is threatening you for money?

Go to your local police station. Since extortion typically involves threats of future violence rather than immediate violence, you should file your report in person at the police station rather than calling 911.

What to do if someone is not paying you back?

CIVIL SUIT: The lender can file a civil suit for recovering the money he owed through promissory note or loan agreement. He can do so under Order 37 of CPC which allows the lender to file a summary suit. He can file this suit in any high court, City Civil Court, Magistrate Court, Small Causes Court.

What happens when you sue someone and they don t pay?

If you successfully sue someone and have a judgment against them, but they do not pay, you can apply to the court for enforcement of the judgment against them.

Can you force someone to pay you back?

There is no legal device that allows you to collect money you are owed other than a lawsuit. Even after you sue and win, however, it can be difficult to collect. A court cannot order someone to pay. Unfortunately, there still is no mechanism to “force” him to pay.

Is it extortion to threaten to sue?

Summary statement: The threat to sue, – giving your opponent the option to settle an alleged claim to avoid litigation – essentially making a threat of litigation, does not constitute criminal extortion.

What can you do if someone owes you money and doesn’t pay?

Yes, you can sue someone who owes you money. When someone keeps “forgetting” to pay you or flat out refuses to pay up, the situation can quickly become frustrating. You can take the issue to a small claims court and pursue legal action if it meets the minimum and maximum money thresholds.