If my mom's boyfriend bought her a car as a gift and her name is on the insurance, can he report it stolen?
Question Details: They recently broke up and she has no other car.
Kevin Bessant / Law Office Of Kevin Bessant & Associates
Answered 10 months ago
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The main determinant will depend on whose name is on the cars registration and title. The items typically dictate "ownership" of the car. In Michigan, a person can be charged with a felony unlawfully driving away of a motor vehicle if they take a car without the "owners" permission. So yes, if the boyfriend meets these criteria, he can report the car as being stolen.