Man Accused of Secretly Tracking Woman With GPS Device

A Cadillac, Michigan, mechanic faces charges after allegedly installing a GPS tracker on a woman’s vehicle without her knowledge or consent. Michigan State Police located the device and obtained a search warrant for the mechanic.

Is It Legal to Buy a GPS Tracker in Michigan?

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It is legal to purchase a GPS tracker in Michigan. However, under Michigan law, installing or using a tracking device on a vehicle without the owner’s or lessee’s consent is illegal. Michigan law provides exemptions for certain vehicle tracking situations, including tracking by a parent or guardian of a minor on qualifying vehicles.

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A real-time GPS tracker typically costs $15 to $100 for the device, plus a monthly subscription of about $10 to $25 for the cellular data needed to provide live location updates.

Cadillac Mechanic Accused of Tracking Woman With GPS

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According to the MSP Seventh District, a Cadillac woman took her vehicle to a repair shop for modifications. Police say a mechanic allegedly installed a tracking device on the vehicle without her knowledge, which is illegal under Michigan law.

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The mechanic, 49-year-old Jason Jenema, was charged with placing or installing a tracking device on a motor vehicle without the owner’s consent. Michigan State Police later obtained a search warrant for Jenema’s phone, where police reportedly found additional evidence.

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The woman contacted MSP after her phone began alerting her that an unknown GPS device was traveling near her. She told police she believed she was being tracked.

Jenema is scheduled to return to court on September 2.

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