I wish I was kidding. In 2023 I took a job in Alaska. I gave him my portion of my sisters ashes and a photo album to keep safe until I returned. About two weeks ago I asked him to bring them to a wedding we were both attending. He said of course. We get to the wedding and I asked him about it and over the course of the evening was told that under no circumstances would I be getting them back (sister-in-laws words)
So…small claims court right? Is it worth contacting the non-emergency line and having the police make contact? I’m aware it’s a civil issue and there’s very little law enforcement can do to compel them to return my property but I want to show the judge that I’ve exhausted every reasonable option prior to wasting the courts time with this ridiculousness.
Furthermore, if they refuse to comply with a court order do I have any recourse?
I have text messages proving it.
Location: Wisconsin
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It’s theft. You know what you have to do.
He’s your brother? Why can’t you guys share a portion then or does he have his own? Remains are property, so you could go that route, but maybe there’s a better way?