I purchased a vehicle for $70,000 with what could be a false title. Unfortunately the California DMV was able to register the vehicle, so they too did not know this title or name on the title was possibly fake. I received my registration and eventually vehicle title in the mail. The vehicle was also fully insured and remained this way for aproximately 3-4 months, until the vehicle was finally reported “stolen”. The vehicle was taken by law enforcement for further investigation of the parties involved in the sale. At this point if the vehicle is returned to the “rightful” owner, am I able to file a claim through my insurance for full compensation?
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2This surely depends on what type of insurance you have.– Ryan MOct 14, 2021 at 5:36
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Hello Hector, and welcome to law.SE! Unfortunately, your question is missing important detail. Please edit it to explain what type of insurance you have (liability, comprehensive coverage etc.) you have, and the jurisdiction you are in.– sleskeOct 14, 2021 at 10:19
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Just as a note: What you need (would have needed ) is probably "title insurance" for the car purchase.– sleskeOct 14, 2021 at 10:23
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I’m in the Monterey County (California) and I currently still have full coverage on the vehicle through Allstate Insurance even tough the vehicle is no longer in my possession and is still with law enforcement for further investigation. As to further information to the transaction, the vehicle was previously a luxury rental and an organized crime of individuals were the ones who sold me the car. The “previous owner” and independent vehicle renter did not report the car stolen until 3-4 months after the steal and sold it to me. This is why I was able to register and insured the vehicle.– HectorOct 14, 2021 at 15:23
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@Hector, please add details to the question, not in a comment– Tiger GuyOct 15, 2021 at 0:54
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