getting a gift back

[brainiac54]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)?
MI

I recently purchased a basketball hoop for my girlfriends house so we could play hoop while working on it. At the time there was no TV or anything for us to do while taking a break. However we never played. 2 days after having it she said she needed space. I went over there to get some of my belongings I needed and she was playing basketball with another guy that already caused issues between us. I asked why shouldn't wouldn't talk to me an she blew up. She already owed me money for her first house payment along with closing costs. I decided to take the hoop. I have the receipt for the purchase. Can she legally prosecute me for larceny?

 

[Ohiogal]

Yes. You stole a gift you gave her. Nice work. A gift belongs to the recipient NOT the receiver and you have admitted that this was a gift. Technically SHE can NOT prosecute you -- but the prosecutor can.

 

[brainiac54]

What is the best course of action that I should take?

 

[LdiJ]

What is the best course of action that I should take?

Put it back.

 

[Ohiogal]

Put it back.

And apologize for being a dunderhead with the hopes that she doesn't report the theft. Because if she has reported it, you can still be prosecuted even if you do return it.