Alabama § 32-15-4 - Obtaining Possession by Trick, False Representation, Etc.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 32-15-4 — Obtaining Possession by Trick, False Representation, Etc., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 32-15-4. Obtaining Possession by Trick, False Representation, Etc.
Whoever, with the intent to deprive or defraud the owner of any motor vehicle, or the person in lawful possession thereof, out of the temporary use, benefit, or enjoyment of such motor vehicle, shall obtain the custody of such motor vehicle from the owner thereof, or from such owner’s agent, or from any person in lawful possession thereof by some trick or fraudulent or false representation, or any false token or writing, or false personation of another, shall, upon conviction, be deemed guilty of a Class C felony and shall be punished with imprisonment in a state penitentiary for not more than 10 years nor less than one year and one day, or shall be fined not more than $5,000.00 or shall be both fined and imprisoned.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 32-15-4
What does Code of Alabama § 32-15-4 cover?
Section 32-15-4 ("Obtaining Possession by Trick, False Representation, Etc.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 32-15-4?
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Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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How does Alabama § 32-15-4 apply to my situation?
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