What to expect for theft by taking charge
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What to expect for theft by taking charge
my step son is charged with theft by taking his wife’s car to another state..Since they are legally married is this charge valid. Which state will he be tried in? The one he was arrested in or the one the car is registered in.?The car is worth about 2000 if that makes a difference. Thank you for your comments in advance.
Asked on June 17, 2009 under Criminal Law, Ohio
Answers:
J.M.A., Member in Good Standing of the Connecticut Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
I am not sure why the police would charge your step son with stealing his wife's car. They both have rights to the car and i imagine that both are listed as drivers on the insurance. In the event he is charged, the charge will occur in the state that crime occurred (i.e. the place the car was stolen from). The price of the car only matters to the extent of the penalty. A theft charge for 5K or less is gererally a fine at best if the defendant has no record. I would hire a lawyer for your step son.
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