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Motor vehicle theft is prohibited and punished under Kentucky's general theft law. In addition, separate crimes apply for knowingly possessing a stolen vehicle or a vehicle with its identification number (VIN) altered or destroyed.
(1) A person is guilty of the unauthorized use of an automobile or other propelled vehicle when he knowingly operates, exercises control over, or otherwise uses such vehicle without consent of the owner or person having legal possession thereof.
(1) A person is guilty of the unauthorized use of an automobile or other propelled vehicle when he knowingly operates, exercises control over, or otherwise uses such vehicle without consent of the owner or person having legal possession thereof.
20 lis 2023 · Like most states, Kentucky classifies theft offenses based on the value of the stolen property or services, and in some cases, on the type of stolen property. For example, Kentucky law singles out theft of firearms and anhydrous ammonia as felonies, regardless of dollar value.
6 paź 2020 · Kentucky law distinguishes theft laws between theft by deception and theft by unlawful taking. Both are, by default, a Class A misdemeanor, but either can become a felony under certain conditions.
514.030 Theft by unlawful taking or disposition -- Penalties. (1) Except as otherwise provided in KRS 217.181, a person is guilty of theft by unlawful taking or disposition when he or she unlawfully: (a) Takes or exercises control over movable property of another with intent to deprive him or her thereof; or
Section 514.150 - Possession of stolen mail matter. Section 514.160 - Theft of identity. Section 514.170 - Trafficking in stolen identities. Browse Kentucky Revised Statutes | Chapter 514 - THEFT AND RELATED OFFENSES for free on Casetext.
