As a repossession investigator and agent liason, I can tell you that yes, in fact, I know of several instances of felony charges being filed against an individual for hindering repossession of a vehicle. Your lawyer's response may have been motivated more by the fact that he felt confident that he could successfully prevent prosecution, but nothing will prevent the vehicle from being repossessed aside from the destruction of the vehicle. In the event the possessor of a vehicle under repossession were to destroy a vehicle to prevent that repossession, he could then be charged with malicious destruction of private property and hindering a lender.
No, a felon cannot become a private investigator in Oregon even 15 years after the felony conviction. A private investigator must have a clean record without any felony convictions.
no more than 5 years
It is very unlikely that one would be hired as CSI with a felony history.
Perhaps. If it was a state charge - if your state allows you to petition for it and - if you qualify for it. If it was a federal charge, forget it.
What kind of "plates" are you referring to? If you're referring to VIN plates (vehicle serial number) that is still a felony (federal). I can't imagine that altering vehicle license tags was ever a felony anywhere unless it occurred as part and parcel of a greater planned felony offense.
yes, it is a separate charge
If convicted 3yrs or 5,000 fine or both
If it's an ongoing felony charge, or a felony conviction, no.
Depends on whether it's a misdemeanor or felony charge. If it's a felony charge, the answer is going to be no. If it's related to a domestic violence matter, the answer will also be no, whether it's a misdemeanor or felony charge.
It depends on the state and the nature of the felony. In some states, individuals with felony convictions may be prohibited from obtaining a private investigator license. It's important to check the specific licensing requirements in the state where you are seeking to become a private investigator.
no
It is also known as 'Receiving Stolen Property.' The value of the vehicle may determine if the charge is made as a miosdemeanor or a felony. If the vehicle crossed state lines go get there, the Feds are also involved.