Passport: A passport is considered the property of the issuing government, not the individual who holds it. For example, a UK passport belongs to the UK government, and its misuse (including holding it against someone’s will) could lead to legal issues. Refusing to return someone’s passport could be seen as unlawful interference with their travel rights or, in some cases, coercion.

Birth Certificate: A birth certificate is an official record of a person’s identity and citizenship. Holding onto someone’s birth certificate without permission could be considered unlawful, particularly if it prevents the person from accessing their identity documents for legal, financial, or personal reasons.… Read More Unlawful detention of property