8.1.1.540 Unauthorized Use of Property, Including Vehicles

Any person who shall, without proper authority, use or injure any property not belonging to him or who shall operate or occupy another's automobile, motorcycle, mini bike, or other motor-propelled vehicle without the consent of the owner shall be guilty o f an offense and, upon conviction thereof, shall be sentenced to confinement at labor for a period not to exceed three (3) months or to pay a fine not to exceed $300.00 or both, with costs.