What happens if I call my car stolen?

You call the car in stolen, and there is no order that it is yours, this could lead to potential problems in your family law case. Especially if she is working and now had no ability to get back and forth. If you have two cars, and she has none, think of how this would look to the judge.

Can you report a stolen car as community property?

You’re still married so the vehicle is community property. You call the car in stolen, and there is no order that it is yours, this could lead to potential problems in your family law case. Especially if she is working and now had no ability to get back and forth. If you have two cars, and she has none, think of how this would look to the judge.

What to do if your wife steals your car?

If you live in a marital (=community) property State, your wife likely has a one-half interest in the vehicle regardless of whose name is on the title. Why not move the separation or divorce action forward, and seek an Order awarding you the car? Retain a good family law attorney: it’s almost always worth the investment.

How do I get my car out of storage?

You’ll need to go to the car storage yard and show them some ID, and also either the impounding notice the police gave you or a document proving you own the vehicle. You’ll also have to pay the towing and storage fees or make an arrangement to pay them.

What should I do if my car is stolen from my house?

Not only do car insurers reserve their biggest anti-theft discounts for devices that actively locate a stolen car, some manufacturers will refund the price of the device or even pay you a settlement if the car isn’t recovered. This should be your very next call after the police.

What happens if you file a claim for a stolen car?

But what happens if you file a comprehensive claim for your stolen car, buy a new one and then your old vehicle is found? Your car insurance company will own the recovered auto. The insurer may let you buy it back if you want or it may salvage the car. New cars are loaded with technology. Many of them can help the police locate your vehicle.

Do you have to live in a city to have your car stolen?

Unfortunately, you don’t have to live in one of the top cities for car theft or own one of the most stolen vehicle models to have your car snatched. Anybody with wheels is at risk.

What to do if your car is stolen on campus?

I ended up at the campus police department to report my stolen car, only to discover my car had been towed due to illegal parking. Whoops.” Granted, time is of the essence, and so if you’re sure, whip out your phone (hopefully you didn’t leave it in the car) and call the police.