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So hypothetically how "in trouble" could one get for setting up a go fund me like this and never giving the guy the money? I could use a few bucks even though I'm not internet famous, and I mean I know scamming is bad but this seems like decent target selection...
It depends on the terms of the service - you would want to check carefully to see what your actual funding requirements are, however most sites are extremely lenient and scams are rampant. Delaying until people simply forget is a common and effective strategy. However again, given the highly political nature of events like this, you would run a high risk of a lawsuit and may be investigated for wire fraud if you are not careful about your terms.
Just put it in the fine print and let it check a lawyer. I'm pretty sure you can craft it in a way that is legally safe...
Just make your whole life centered around being conservative and you'll just be pardoned
Thanks for a real answer! I'm half kidding about considering it lol.
that sounds tempting