Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

I was sold a car that was reported stolen and was arrested

An acquaintance told me about a car for sale and took me to go see it. He introduced me to the seller, I liked the car, seller handwrote bill of sale to me, we signed, I paid $800 cash. He had bill of sale to him from previous owner which matched name on registration, he gave it to me. Seemed legit. 1 month later while driving car, I was pulled over and arrested for stolen car (reported 3 days prior) and poss. of stolen property. My P.D. subpoenaed acquaintance & now I have located the creep who sold car to me. Can't my PD subpoena him now we have his address and how can I recover the $800 I paid for the car which I no longer have?


Asked on 2/12/04, 3:55 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Ronald Richards Law Offices of Ronald Richards and Associates

Re: I was sold a car that was reported stolen and was arrested

yes, you can provide his name to the police. especially, since his signature is on the bill of sale. You can also show this bill of sale to the prosecutor.

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Answered on 2/12/04, 10:56 am
Steve Lopez The Law Offices of Steve Lopez

Re: I was sold a car that was reported stolen and was arrested

With the facts provided thus far, if the DA brings charges against the person who sold you the car, the Judge can order restitution. If not, you should pursue your case further in small claims court. If you wish to discuss further, call my office. Warmest regards.

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Answered on 2/13/04, 2:38 am


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