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Unauthorized Possession and Use of a Motor Vehicle

Legal illustration: Unauthorized Possession and Use of a Motor Vehicle
Legal illustration: Unauthorized Possession and Use of a Motor Vehicle

Mr. Chop secretly had Mr. Chom’s servants unlock Mr. Chey’s vehicle and travel, intending to return the vehicle upon his return from travel. That evening, Mr. Chey did not find his vehicle at the bus depot and questioned Mr. Chom, who had no knowledge of the matter. He then reported the incident to the police, and the police apprehended Mr. Chop that same night while driving Mr. Chey’s vehicle. Consider the following: Does Mr. Chop unlawfully take Mr. Chey’s vehicle? (According to Section 1212/.2514 of the Criminal Code).