Article: Golf-cart joyrides have hefty penalties at Cal Poly

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(Mustang Daily) (U-WIRE) SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. -- Driving around campus on a stolen golf cart may sound like fun to some California Poly State University students, but most do not know the consequences associated with such a seemingly innocent crime.

"If we catch you joyriding in a golf cart you will be charged with a felony," said Sgt. Lori Hashim with University Police.

Three golf carts already have been reported stolen so far this year, and it is estimated two to four golf carts are stolen during an academic school year, Hashim said.

The reasons behind stealing these golf carts are unknown, but police have their assumptions.

"Mainly ...

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