Grand Theft Auto in Manassas

Grand Theft Auto in Manassas is stealing another person’s vehicle and is a form of Grand Larceny.  As a result, Grand Theft Auto in Manassas is punished the same way as a Grand Larceny in Manassas.

Proof of Grand Theft Auto in Manassas

Grand Theft Auto in Manassas is Punished the Same Way as Grand Larceny

Grand Larceny is taking property worth more than $200, without consent, with the intent to permanently deprive an owner of his property or taking property from a person valued at $5 or more without consent.

To convict an offender of Grand Theft Auto in Manassas, the Commonwealth must prove:

• a taking
• of a motor vehicle
• without consent
• from another person
• with intent to permanently deprive the owner of his vehicle

Penalty for Grand Theft Auto in Manassas

Grand Theft Auto in Manassas (Va. Code §18.2-95) is punished with up to 20 years in prison and a fine up to $2,500.

Is Grand Theft Auto in Manassas the Same as a Manassas Carjacking?

Grand Theft Auto and Carjacking in Manassas both criminalize stealing a car.  However, these two crimes have several important differences.

Carjacking in Manassas is stealing a car by force or violence and can be committed with an intent to temporarily deprive an owner of his property.  Carjacking also is punished with a minimum of 15 years up to life in prison.

For more information on a Manassas Carjacking, click here.

For more information on the difference between Grand Theft Auto and Carjacking in Manassas, click here.

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