<prompt> Human: After getting my taxes done my check was supposed to be mailed to me. Turns out my check was given to another person with the same exact name who lives in the apartments near my house. The mailman delivered it to the wrong address and just so happen a person with the same name lives there. This other person not only cashed the check already but refuses to give it back. What should I do? I called the cops and they told me this is a civil matter and they cannot report it. My name is fairly common by the way.Forgot to add that the tax preparer also did the taxes of that lady who stole my check. He spoke with her earlier asking she return the money. She stated she already spent 500. They keep trying to get her to come down to the office but she keeps ignoring their calls.I am a woman! Sheesh why is everyone assuming Im a guy hahahAssistant: Im not a lawyer but Ive been in a similar situation.It seems to me that the personorganisation that sent you the cheque still hasnt paid you.They contracted the post office courier to deliver it to you. Their contractor got it wrong, and your neighbour stole from them by cashing a cheque that wasnt for him. Effectively taking money from them that didnt belong to him.They owe you money that they still havent paid you, through no fault of yours. You have a good case that they still owe you money. Offer to provide account details so that they can do a direct bank transfer.Human: I spoke to the tax office that prepared my taxes but they said from their end a check has been cleared and they cant do anything more.  <response>: Look into small claims court, depending on the amount of the check. You might want to talk to a lawyer. Theft and check fruad should not be a civil matter though so call the cops again and talk to someone else. 