Minor stole my camera can I call authorities to get it back?

[Big One 0909]

You absolutely call the cops.

If your town is like mine, all divided up in to separate little cities with their own police departments, you call the one where she actually stole the camera., if that is different from where she lives or you live, they will work it out with the other agency.

Her being a minor has nothing to do with the fact that she broke the law. Might have an effect on how she is punished, but it is no less a crime.

You might also consider telling your mom. I mean, it sounds like you and this girl know each other. Perhaps you loaned her the camera and she is refusing to return it? because that is different from stealing it. The cops will explain all that when they respond to the call.