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If i take a car without permission and the police tow it do owners have to pay fee?

If you take a car without permission, you are committing a crime called "unauthorized use of a motor vehicle." If the police tow the car, the owner may be responsible for paying the towing and storage fees. However, the owner may be able to recover these fees from you by filing a civil lawsuit.

In addition to the towing and storage fees, the owner of the car may also be able to recover damages for any damage that you caused to the car. For example, if you wreck the car, the owner may be able to recover the cost of repairs.

If you are caught taking a car without permission, you could also face criminal charges. The penalties for unauthorized use of a motor vehicle can vary from state to state, but they can include jail time, fines, and the loss of your driver's license.

If you are thinking about taking a car without permission, please think twice. It is not worth the risk.