Unauthorized Plate Lookup Consequences

Summary

In Michigan, only law enforcement or authorized entities can run license plates. Unauthorized use by private individuals or companies can lead to civil penalties, criminal charges, and potential lawsuits for privacy invasion. If a rental company like Arona Home Essentials runs your plates without consent, they could face legal repercussions. Consult a local attorney for precise advice.

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I have a question
Hello Amber, I'd be happy to help. Could you please provide more details about your legal question?
Is a person that has nothing to do with law or state legally allowed to run my car plates
Hello Amber, to provide the most accurate information, could you please share which country or state you're in? Laws regarding plate lookup vary by jurisdiction.
Michigan USA
Hello Amber, in Michigan:
- Private individuals generally cannot run license plates.
- Only law enforcement or other authorized entities can do so.
Breaking this law can lead to penalties.
So if a place that you rent stuff from they legally can’t run plates?
Correct, Amber. In Michigan, only law enforcement or authorized entities can run license plates. A rental company typically cannot do this unless they have specific authorization.
What kind of trouble could happen?
In Michigan, unauthorized use of license plate data can lead to:
- Civil penalties
- Potential criminal charges
- Possible lawsuits for privacy invasion
Please consult with a local attorney for precise advice.
I had this happen to me today
Amber, could you please clarify who ran your plates and under what circumstances? This will help me provide a more specific answer.
Arona home essentials and to see if I owned the car
Thank you for clarifying, Amber. Arona Home Essentials is a rental company. Did they provide any reason for running your plates?
No my boyfriend walked outside to them telling there manager my plate
Answer: Amber, that seems like an invasion of privacy. Non-authorized entities, like Arona Home Essentials, could face legal repercussions for running license plates without consent in Michigan. It's best to consult a local attorney.