It's likely that she could be charged with theft only if she took the items or concealed them from you. However, I'm not versed enough in WA law to know whether putting them on the back porch is sufficient to constitute theft -I suspect it is not, but it may depend on the details.

However, since she was the de facto custodian of your property, you likely have a good claim against her for the value of all the missing property. You might start by making a list of the items missing, a good description, and a value of the items. Then you might want to purchase a book giving instructions in small claims actions and make a claim to her for the return of the listed property or it's estimated value. If she refuses, you should consider taking her to small claims court.

Chances are she knows where the stuff is or who has it, she's just pissed at you and playing games. It might even be a good idea to see a lawyer who might write a proper claims letter to her. Sometimes seeing the claim coming from an attorney is enough to wake someone up.

- Carl