Restitution
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.
The second vehicle will be covered by it's own insurance. That company will then attempt to sue the driver to recoup it's losses
Yes, in Colorado, police can tow a vehicle with stolen plates from private property, but the property owner or authorized agent must typically request the tow. If the vehicle is reported as stolen or involved in a crime, law enforcement can take action regardless of its location. However, the specifics may vary depending on local laws and regulations. It's advisable to check with local authorities for precise procedures.
Yes you can, as long as its not stolen.
No, although it would be a "stretch" for authorities they might be able to charge the passenger as an accessory to a crime if the person knew about the theft and the stolen property being transported in the vehicle they were riding in. Receiving stolen property means the person accepting the items was aware of the fact that those items were not the lawful property of the presenter and were obtained during the commission of a crime.
No, That's what Auto Insurance is for.
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Anyone that is in a vehicle can be charged or held responsible for what ever crime has occurred.
The police may put a hold on a vehicle if it is involved in a crime, accident, or if it is suspected to be stolen.
Claim on insurance? It depends if your policy incluldes theft of property from the vehicle, without the vehicle itself being stolen.
is this vehicle stolen?