Possession is the law. There was a craigslist ad and Poshpenny became the owner. She was the owner for a month prior to individuals wishing the 'property' back.
Chameleons are not children, they are possessions and pets. In a court of law the onus would be on them to even prove that a) they...
That's all you need. Depending on how nervous you are you can file a complaint with the police of harassment and extortion. Police tend to go with the first to complain, but the facts are you have the craigslist ad and they can go rattle up a cat's behind.
I don't want to go into what my profession is on this forum, but I will stress that the law is on your side. They transferred possession to you. It is as simple as that.
Call the police if you're that concerned and they will tell you the same thing.
You may inform her that the transaction already took place and that you have been in possession of an animal freely given to you and that what she is attempting to do is to extort and threaten you without legal grounds. State your intention to file harassment complaints.
To be extra safe...
I used to be anti-pet stores, anti-zoos and even a vegetarian. I've mellowed and relaxed. I understand the urge behind pet shop purchases and I think its a human desire to fix something or help. Maybe people get in over their heads but so did the pet store probably.
I've been lurking for a...
Been a long time lurker for research purposes and first time poster.
Regarding pet stores, sometimes people want to rescue a creature from a pet store because they know what life is like there. Many people will say it aids an unscrupulous industry, but you could say the same for zoos and...