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Last Updated: Aug 29th, 2006 - 09:47:39 |
To a thief, there is nothing like a car. It’s a self-propelled and fully equipped for a fast getaway. The car and most especially its components are items in steady demand.
Under the law, the owner or authorized driver of a car may not leave the vehicle unattended without locking the ignition and removing the key (NRS 484.445). A significant number of automobiles are stolen because drivers fail to remove ignition keys. We hope you observe this law at all times and make it even more difficult to steal your vehicle by adding precautions of your own.
All members of the family should know how to protect the car against theft. Licenses, registration cards or other identifying papers that a thief could misuse should never be left in the car. Keys should be carefully guarded. If the keys have a punch-out number these should be removed and kept at home for reference in case of loss.
The following are recommended ways on how to give a thief a hard time:
1. Park in a well-lighted area
2. Close all windows lock all doors.
3. Activate any anti-theft deterrent device you may have.
4. Put all packages or valuables out of sight: CB radios, tape and cassette decks and other expensive in full view invite theft.
5. If you park in a commercial lot or garage, leave only the ignition key with the attendant.
If you have a garage, use it.
Identification of stolen vehicles after they have been recovered continues to plague car owners, police, and auto insurers.
Today, in spite of widespread use of identification numbers on automobiles and component parts, ownership is often difficult to prove because experienced thieves increasingly are removing manufacturers’ identification numbers completely. However, there are numerous resources which law enforcement has at their disposal to make every attempt at identification of a vehicle.
If your car is stolen, the police will need specific information to identify the car, parts and accessories. Take the time to record detailed information. If a car thief replaces you license plates, alters the vehicle identification number or repaints the car, other points of identification will be available.
Feel free to use the attached form to insure your vehicle information is readily accessible to you in the event your vehicle is stolen:
Vehicle make:_______________________________________________
Vehicle Model:______________________________ Color:_________
Vehicle License Number:_______________________ State:_______
Vehicle Identification Number:______________________________
List any other numbers from or on the vehicle:______________
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If you have any questions regarding the location of any other numbers of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) please feel free to contact the Nye County Sheriff's Office, Crime Analysis Unit (775) 751-7000 or your local Department of Motor Vehicles.
© Copyright 2006 by Nye County Sheriff's Office
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