Michigan § 750.414 - Motor vehicle; use without authority but without intent to steal.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 750.414 — Motor vehicle; use without authority but without intent to steal., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 750.414. Motor vehicle; use without authority but without intent to steal.
Any person who takes or uses without authority any motor vehicle without intent to steal the same, or who is a party to such unauthorized taking or using, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 2 years or a fine of not more than $1,500.00. However, in case of a first offense, the court may reduce the punishment to imprisonment for not more than 3 months or a fine of not more than $500.00. However, this section does not apply to any person or persons employed by the owner of said motor vehicle or anyone else, who, by the nature of his or her employment, has the charge of or the authority to drive said motor vehicle if said motor vehicle is driven or used without the owner's knowledge or consent.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 750.414
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 750.414 cover?
Section 750.414 ("Motor vehicle; use without authority but without intent to steal.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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