Theft of motor vehicle fuel.

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  • (1) As used in this section, "motor vehicle fuel" means any combustible gas, liquid, matter, or substance that is used in an internal combustion engine for the generation of power.
  • (2) A person is guilty of theft of motor vehicle fuel who:
    • (a) causes a motor vehicle to leave any premises where motor vehicle fuel is offered for retail sale when motor fuel has been dispensed into:
      • (i) the fuel tank of the motor vehicle; or
      • (ii) any other container that is then removed from the premises by means of the motor vehicle; and
    • (b) commits the act under Subsection (2)(a) with the intent to deprive the owner or operator of the premises of the motor fuel without making full payment for the fuel.
  • (3) In addition to the penalties for theft under Section 76-6-412, the sentencing court may order the suspension of the driver license of a person convicted of theft of motor vehicle fuel. The suspension may not be for more than 90 days as provided in Section 53-3-220.




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