Pretty sure buying in good faith isn't a defense although I'm sure the police would understand if your story seemed honest and just take it off you. I think you might be able to take the seller to a civil/small claims court.
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Pretty sure buying in good faith isn't a defense although I'm sure the police would understand if your story seemed honest and just take it off you. I think you might be able to take the seller to a civil/small claims court.