The Stolen Vehicle Possession Accountability Act aims to increase penalties for both adult and juvenile repeat offenders of receiving stolen motor vehicles. The bill amends existing law to classify receiving a stolen motor vehicle as a second-degree crime if the offender has two or more prior convictions for the same offense within a 15-year period, regardless of the vehicle's value. This change introduces a mandatory minimum period of parole ineligibility for repeat offenders, requiring them to serve at least 85% of their sentence before being eligible for parole. Additionally, the bill specifies that a juvenile who has been adjudicated delinquent for receiving a stolen motor vehicle on two or more occasions may be waived into adult court, where they could face a maximum sentence of 10 years.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the definition of "receiving" to include acquiring possession, control, or title of a stolen vehicle, and it establishes a permissive inference of knowledge for individuals found in possession of multiple stolen vehicles or lacking proper documentation. The legislation also expands the list of offenses that can lead to extended sentencing for persistent offenders, now including receiving a stolen motor vehicle. Overall, the bill seeks to deter repeat offenses by imposing stricter penalties and enhancing accountability for individuals involved in the theft and possession of stolen vehicles.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 2C:20-10.2, 2C:20-10.3