Carjacking in California
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Carjacking is considered a serious offense in California and can result
in spending several years in prison and paying thousands of dollars in
fines. Taking another person’s car by means of force of fear –
regardless if he or she is the driver or the passenger – is considered
carjacking, and it is a felony under state law.
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Law Offices of Mark W. Girdner, our Modesto criminal defense attorney is ready to take action against
the charges you are facing. From the moment you are arrested, your case
and needs become our priority. Put your trust in the hands of a former
Deputy District Attorney who knows how to protect your rights.
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Penalties For Carjacking
Carjacking is considered a more serious offense than grand theft auto and
unlawful taking of a vehicle. Because force and fear is used to take the
vehicle in the owner’s immediate presence, the penalties for carjacking
are severe – and can increase if you used a gun, injured the victim
or kidnap the individual during the carjacking.
Penalties for carjacking can include:
- Probation and up to one year in county jail
- 3 to 9 years in a California state prison
- Fines up to $10,000
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Our Modesto criminal defense lawyer has 16 years of professional experience
and is a former prosecutor, which gives him insight on how the other side
of the law works. After being arrested, anything you say can be used to
further incriminate yourself. Time is of the essence and you should not
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