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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) Automobile master key violation is:
(1) Selling or offering to sell a motor vehicle master key knowing it to be designed to fit the ignition switch of more than one motor vehicle; or
(2) possession of a motor vehicle master key designed to fit the ignition switch of more than one motor vehicle by a person knowing it to be such a key.
(b) Automobile master key violation is a class C misdemeanor.
(c) The provisions of this section shall not apply to a:
(1) Law enforcement officer;
(2) person who is regularly carrying on the business of garage proprietor or locksmith;
(3) owner of two or more vehicles who possess such motor vehicle master key for any or all of the motor vehicles so owned; or
(4) person who sells a motor vehicle master key to a person described in subsection (c)(3).
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Kansas Statutes Chapter 21. Crimes and Punishments § 21-5833. Automobile master key violation - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ks/chapter-21-crimes-and-punishments/ks-st-sect-21-5833/
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