| Reward | $1,000–$10,000 tiers |
|---|---|
| Cap | $10,000 |
| Jurisdiction | Michigan |
| Administered by | Automobile Theft Prevention Authority (Michigan State Police) |
| Legal authority | ATPA program |
| Fraud covered | Vehicle safety & auto theft, Insurance fraud |
| Eligibility / shares | $1,000 for arrest/warrant (theft or related insurance fraud); $2,000 for carjacking; $10,000 for a theft ring or chop-shop bindover. |
| Anonymous filing | Yes — Tips can be made confidentially via the hotline; reward logistics handled by the ATPA. |
| Attorney | Optional. Not required. |
| Status | Active. |
Key takeaways
- Reward: $1,000–$10,000 tiers.
- Administered by Automobile Theft Prevention Authority (Michigan State Police).
- You can file anonymously.
- You can file this one yourself — no attorney required.
- $1,000 for arrest/warrant (theft or related insurance fraud); $2,000 for carjacking; $10,000 for a theft ring or chop-shop bindover.
How to report and claim your reward
- Call 1-800-242-HEAT (24/7)
Track record
Long-running program covering auto theft AND related insurance fraud.
Anonymity: Tips can be made confidentially via the hotline; reward logistics handled by the ATPA.
Been a victim of this kind of fraud? This page is for whistleblowers reporting fraud they've witnessed. If you lost money to a scam yourself, start with our fraud victim recovery guides — how to report it, try to get your money back, and protect your identity.
Should you talk to a whistleblower attorney first?
Not strictly required here — you can file on your own.
Statistically, represented whistleblowers recover awards far more often than unrepresented ones, and reporting through the wrong channel — or second — can forfeit your reward entirely. Because whistleblower attorneys work on contingency, a consultation costs nothing.
Last verified: July 4, 2026 against official government sources. Program rules change — always confirm on the official site before filing.