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The seller has to pay the original owner the value of the item, which may be more or less than the sales price.

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In small claims court, the person who bought the item can sue the seller for a refund or return of the wrongfully sold item. The seller may also face penalties such as paying damages or other compensation for the misuse or misrepresentation of the item.

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