Utah Teenager Crashes Stolen Vehicle into Home

A teenager from Utah was arrested after she crashed a stolen vehicle into a home, causing major damage to the structure.

Taking the family car for a spin

18 year old Kylee Westenskow from Ogden, Utah was driving a stolen vehicle belonging to her grandparents when she left the road and crashed into a home in Highland, nearly taking off the side of their garage. When police arrested Westenskow they discovered she was did not have her license and was under the influence of marijuana at the time of the accident.

Possession of a stolen vehicle

The 18 year old, who according to Facebook is a student at Ben Lomand High School, is facing multiple misdemeanors including DUI and reckless driving. She is also facing a second degree felony for possession of a stolen vehicle; a charge that could put her behind bars for as long as 15 years. Utah Code 76-6-412 states “Theft of property and services as provided in this chapter is punishable:

a) As a second degree felony if the: ( . . . ) Property stolen is a firearm or an operable motor vehicle; ( . . . )”

A young felon

At just 18 years old, this teenager who is likely in her senior year of high school will be a felon if convicted for the charge of possession of a stolen vehicle. Even if she doesn’t serve the full sentence behind bars, the label of felon will follow her for seven years after she has finished her sentence and/or probation. This can make it difficult to get housing and employment which is not something a new adult should have to face.

Juvenile and criminal defense

If any juveniles or pseudo adults are facing criminal charges such as possession of a stolen vehicle, contact an attorney who is experienced in helping individuals of all ages.