Q: Did I break any laws by taking parts from the wrong car at a junk yard?
I found an SUV with a desirable stereo amongst other wrecked cars. During the middle of my part pull they informed me that it was not a junker but a re-po. Remember, no tags, doors unlocked, amongst other junk cars. Did I break any laws?
A: I guess the determination is did you take the parts away from the scene after being informed the car was for repo. Then you have committed crime of theft. You may have excuse for the actual removal of the stereo if you can show that a reasonable person would believe that the SUV was abandoned and did to belong to someone. Right now sounds as if you aren't charged with any crimes, stop making public posts about the event and if you are charged, seek out local counsel in your area.
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