I reported my car stolen and an hour later it was recovered totaled. Now the police think my boyfriend did it.
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I reported my car stolen and an hour later it was recovered totaled. Now the police think my boyfriend did it.
I reported my car stolen and an hour later it was recovered totaled. The police came to my asking me all types of questions and if I have a boyfriend. I answered the questions honestly not knowing i was incriminating my boyfriend. Now the police refuse to release my car until I bring him down to the station. He is not going and I cant make him. How can I clear him if he really wasn’t involved? And why do the police leave it to me to bring him down there? If they have some sort of evidence against him couldn’t they arrest him themselves? Do one or both of us need an attorney?
Asked on March 16, 2012 under Criminal Law, New Jersey
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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Given the fact that your boyfriend is a suspect concerning your stolen vehicle, I suggest that not only he but you as well consult with a criminal defense attorney about the situation that you are now writing about. I would have the criminal defense attorney due all the discussions with law enforcement in that you and your boyfriend will be protected from any incriminating statements that you could make since the attorney will be handling the matter for you.
I would also make a claim with your insurance company for the vehicle concerning the theft and damage.
From what you have written, the police do not have enough evidence against your boyfriend to arrest him. That is why law enforcement wants to speak with him.
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