Legal Question in Criminal Law in Maryland

what is the difference between grand thief auto or

unauthorized use of vehicle in maryland.

this is for real my friends in jail, let an other friend keep his van she moved out of state with van NO

address NO phone. now city police said he gave the key to her she can take the van no thief here

is there any way to get it back thanks,gary


Asked on 1/03/11, 1:54 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
William Welch William L. Welch, III Attorney

Theft involves taking proprerty that belongs to another with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of the property. The intent may be inferred from the circumstances, e.g. A popped ignition or broken window. Unauthorized use is using something without permission, such as using something beyond what the owner has given permission to do, such as driving across the country, when the owner only gave permission to go to the store.

Make a demand with a deadline, then file a complaint and apply for charges.

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Answered on 1/08/11, 3:18 pm


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