Legal Question in Traffic Law in California

how long can a person keep my car before it becomes a stolen vehicle. if I loaned it to them for 2 hours and they haven't returned it. when does it become a crime and not a civil matter


Asked on 1/31/15, 8:59 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Joe Dane Law Office of Joe Dane

Because you loaned it to them without a contract, this is a civil matter. You can see them for conversion or to return your car.

Is a crime under vehicle code section 10855 for failing to return a vehicle, but that requires an actual lease and not just letting some borrow your car. Unfortunately, this one is on you.

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Answered on 1/31/15, 9:53 am


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