Can any charges be brought against me if my name is on the title of my 18-year old son’s car and he is caught with any drugs or paraphernalia in the vehicle?
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Can any charges be brought against me if my name is on the title of my 18-year old son’s car and he is caught with any drugs or paraphernalia in the vehicle?
Asked on September 22, 2014 under Criminal Law, Iowa
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
It is unclear if they would charge you criminally if you had no idea what was happening but they can - under some statutes - they could take the car entirely. And if they found the stuff as a result of an accident then your assets becomes exposed due to his negligence in operating a car. And I would bet your insurance company disclaims coverage. Speak to him and re think this. Good luck.
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