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S 4415

"Stolen Vehicle Possession Accountability Act"; Increases penalties for adult and juvenile repeat offenses of receiving stolen motor vehicle.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Tony Bucco and 1 co-sponsor

Summary of S 4415: "Stolen Vehicle Possession Accountability Act" Purpose and IntentThis bill, known as the "Stolen Vehicle Possession Accountability Act", aims to increase penalti

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
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Bill Summary · S 4415

Summary of S 4415: "Stolen Vehicle Possession Accountability Act"

Purpose and Intent

This bill, known as the "Stolen Vehicle Possession Accountability Act", aims to increase penalties for repeat offenses of receiving or possessing a stolen motor vehicle. The primary goal is to deter individuals, both adults and juveniles, from engaging in these types of repeat criminal activities related to stolen vehicles.

Key Provisions

  • Increased Penalties for Adult Repeat Offenses: The bill would impose harsher sentences for adults convicted of receiving or possessing a stolen motor vehicle if they have prior convictions for the same offense. Specifically:
    • 2nd offense: Minimum 1 year, maximum 5 years in prison
    • 3rd or subsequent offense: Minimum 3 years, maximum 10 years in prison
  • Increased Penalties for Juvenile Repeat Offenses: The bill would also increase the penalties for juveniles convicted of receiving or possessing a stolen motor vehicle if they have prior convictions for the same offense. Specific penalty enhancements include:
    • 2nd offense: Minimum 6 months in juvenile detention, maximum 2 years
    • 3rd or subsequent offense: Minimum 1 year in juvenile detention, maximum 3 years
  • Expanded Restitution Requirements: The bill would mandate that individuals convicted of receiving or possessing a stolen motor vehicle, including repeat offenders, be ordered to pay full restitution to the vehicle's owner.

Affected Parties

  • Adults and juveniles convicted of receiving or possessing a stolen motor vehicle, particularly those with prior convictions for the same offense
  • Owners of vehicles that are stolen and then received or possessed by repeat offenders

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • The bill was introduced in the Senate on February 4, 2025 and has been referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee for further consideration.
  • If enacted, the increased penalty provisions would apply to any offenses committed after the effective date of the legislation.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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