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can paypal get you arrested

by Maximilian Ullrich Published 3 years ago Updated 3 years ago

Can PayPal get you arrested? Yes, one can get into legal trouble for doing that. It is also possible for authorities to open an official investigation and request documentation logs from PayPal to see exactly what went on.

Absolutely. It is fraud and if the police want to investigate, it can go criminal easily.

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Will PayPal ever catch up to me?

Eventually, PayPal WILL catch up with you. They will SELL your debt onto debt collectors who will come knock on your door and take all your stuff away and sell it at auction. I hope it happens in broad daylight and all your neighbors can see it happening. People like you shouldn't even be allowed near a computer. You're a moron.

What happens if a PayPal account is hacked?

And sometimes there is a hacked Paypal account by the attacker used to make and then reverse the charge—if the attacker doesn’t reverse the charge, the rightful owner will; when this is used instead of a fraudulent card, this is the third victim.

Should I be embarrassed by this PayPal transaction?

There's absolutely no need to be embarrassed. This happens constantly, hundreds of times a day. The people you speak to at PayPal and other companies won't even notice or remember you it is so common. So nothing to worry about. All you can do is constantly dispute it with PayPal or other relevant parties. Good luck.

What would have happened if PayPal had some kind of protection?

None of this would of happened if PayPal had some kind of Protection for honest sellers. I was scammed out of quite a bit of money cause of people doing charge backs for faulse reasons. I had no idea eBay was full of so many scammers.

Can PayPal be traced by police?

Can Authorities Trace Down Paypal Transactions and Accounts? Authorities have the ability to track down financial transactions when there is a legitimate need to do so. Usually, this requires legal rights to do so, warrants, and probable cause.

Can you go to jail over a PayPal dispute?

Yes, one can get into legal trouble for doing that. It is also possible for authorities to open an official investigation and request documentation logs from PayPal to see exactly what went on. People are not as anonymous on the internet as they think they are.

What happens if u owe money to PayPal?

What happens if you owe PayPal money? If you owe PayPal money PayPal can refer you to a debt collection agency and have them chase you for the debt that you owe. They can also take you to court if you continue to not pay.

What happens if you don't pay off PayPal credit?

If you don't pay your PayPal credit card balance in full, you'll accrue interest charges on any unpaid balance.

Does PayPal take legal action?

Paypal can take exactly the same legal actions against you as any creditor could -- take you to court for wilful nonpayment of debt, sell your debt to a collections agency, or anything else a business would do with a deadbeat customer.

What happens if I get scammed on PayPal?

You were charged for something you didn't purchase. This may mean someone has used your PayPal account without your knowledge or approval. Report it within 60 days and PayPal will investigate. You will be covered by our $0 Liability for Eligible Unauthorized Transactions program.

What happens if I don't respond to a PayPal dispute?

If a claim is filed, the seller is asked to respond within 10 days. If the seller doesn't respond, the claim will automatically close in the buyer's favor, and a full refund will be issued. If the seller does respond, PayPal will work to evaluate the information provided and determine the outcome of the claim.

Can PayPal affect your credit score?

PayPal is a popular online payment tool with over 403 million users. The good news for those who enjoy its ease of use: PayPal does not affect your credit score.

Mkcoy Well-Known Member

So you willingly sold things on eBay that you had no intention of selling or even had and then took the money and never sent anything?

lovemehate Greenhorn

Pretty much, I guess you can't read. I clearly stated that I don't need people's stupid comments. I don't care what you your personal opinion is about me as a person.

Mkcoy Well-Known Member

I don't care what you stated. That is my opinion. If you don't like it, don't come onto a public forum asking for "to hear from someone who knows a bit more then me on the subject."

lovemehate Greenhorn

Gothic? That's a cool judgment I guess. Am far from alone, but uh ..OK...

lovemehate Greenhorn

Thanks, I know I "ripped PayPal off" but if I thought that it would be taken from other people (I know it's not) I wouldn't even think about it.

Yasin Shaikh Active Member

If you had a single brain cell in that dumb gothic head of yours it would die of loneliness!

Karen May Jones Prominent Member

If you were going to rip off money, you should have never got another bank account. They will easily track you down and put you in collections. AND, since it is for a felony amount, and you did business most likely across state lines, there's some more charges - plus you used an electronic device to commit fraud... and...

What happens if seller protection doesn't apply?

If Seller Protection doesn't apply, either because the transaction is listed as ineligible, or because the tracking requirements are not met (like in a situation of buyer pickup or delivery to an agent for the buyer), then it is up to the seller to evaluate the risk and decide whether he or she wants to take that risk.

Does PayPal protect sellers?

There are a few things to remember to help keep you safer when selling online. PayPal's Seller Protection covers the seller against claims of non-receipt and for unauthorized transactions, and applies when the transaction is listed as eligible and you ship to the address in the transaction details.

What is PayPal Holdings?

PayPal Holdings, Inc. established the Global Investigations Team to promote the safe use of its platforms, enhance the user experience and to collaborate with local, national and international law enforcement in apprehending and prosecuting criminals.

Does PayPal protect your privacy?

We care deeply about the privacy of our PayPal customers and will protect the privacy of our members even while working closely with law enforcement to prevent criminal activity. If you are unsure about our privacy practices, please visit PayPal’s Security Center for more information.

Do you have to be embarrassed about PayPal?

There's absolutely no need to be embarrassed. This happens constantly, hundreds of times a day. The people you speak to at PayPal and other companies won't even notice or remember you it is so common. So nothing to worry about.

Is lying on a police report a crime?

It ain't gonna happen. The value of a police report is that lying on a police report for personal gain is a serious crime with huge consequences if caught. Which means companies like PayPal will take your claim more seriously if you swore a police report.

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