False Reports of Vehicle Theft | Vehicle Code § 10501

Description

The crime of False Reports of Vehicle Theft is to file a false or fraudulent report of theft of a vehicle with intent to deceive. A person previously convicted of a violation may be charged with a felony.

What does the prosecutor have to prove?

1. Defendant unlawfully made or filed a false or fraudulent report of theft of vehicle.
2. Defendant did so with the intent to deceive

Punishment

Felony: 16months/2years/3years
With probation 0-364 days Misdemeanor: 0-180 days

Can this be charged as a felony or a misdemeanor (“wobbler”)?	Yes
Is this charge a strike?	No
Is this charge a “serious felony”	No
Is this charge a “violent felony”	No
Do I have to register as a sex offender if convicted?	No
Do I have to register as a drug offender if convicted?	No
Do I lose my right to own or possess a firearm if convicted?	Yes
Do I lose my right to vote if convicted?	Yes
Am I eligible for a local sentence (PC § 1170(h)) if convicted?	Yes
Am I eligible for PC § 1000 drug diversion if convicted?	No
Am I eligible for Prop. 36 drug diversion if convicted?	No
Am I required to give a DNA sample if convicted?	Yes
Is this charge considered a “crime of moral turpitude” for immigration purposes?	Yes
Is this charge considered a “aggravated felony” for immigration purposes?	May
Is this charge considered a “controlled substance violation” for immigration purposes?	No
Is this charge considered a “domestic violence” for immigration purposes?	No
Is this charge considered a “firearm conviction” for immigration purposes?	No