Even if you did not know the car was stolen, you may still be held legally liable for the crime. This is because the law generally does not require that a person have knowledge that they are committing a crime in order to be held responsible for it.
However, there may be some exceptions to this rule. For example, in some jurisdictions, you may not be held liable for riding in a stolen car if you can prove that you took reasonable steps to ensure that the car was not stolen. Additionally, some jurisdictions may have laws that specifically exempt people from liability for riding in a stolen car if they were coerced into doing so or if they were unaware that the car was stolen.
If you are ever caught riding in a stolen car, it is important to speak to an experienced criminal defense attorney to learn more about your legal rights and options.
