I Fought the Law...
Michael and Trevor team up with Franklin to execute an exciting street race to steal two high-performance Cars for Devin Weston.
“I Fought the Law…” is a standout mission in Grand Theft Auto V that blends high-speed racing and strategic teamwork. In this mission, Franklin, Michael, and Trevor are tasked by Devin Weston to steal two high-end Cars from a pair of wealthy street racers. The mission highlights the combination of action, speed, and clever planning that defines the game’s heist mechanics.
Mission Overview
In “I Fought the Law…”, Franklin, Michael, and Trevor collaborate to steal two high-performance Cars for Devin Weston. Franklin and Trevor, disguised as police officers, race against the car owners to lure them into a police ambush. The mission requires precision driving, teamwork, and a fast getaway, showcasing the game’s thrilling action sequences and vehicular variety.
Objectives
- Meet with Trevor, Franklin, and Michael to discuss the plan.
- Participate in the street race to steal the high-performance Cars.
- Evade the police while maintaining control of the stolen Vehicles.
- Deliver the stolen Cars to the drop-off point.
Setting
The mission takes place across the streets of Los Santos and the surrounding highways, blending urban cityscapes with open roads perfect for high-speed racing. The mission emphasizes the excitement of illegal street racing and the danger of evading Law Enforcement in high-performance Vehicles.
Walkthrough
Objective 1: Meet with Devin Weston
- Drive to the Meeting Point: The mission starts with Michael, Franklin, and Trevor meeting Devin Weston, who hires them to steal two supercars. Pay attention to the conversation as Devin explains the job.
Objective 2: Race the Car Owners
- Start the Race: After the briefing, Franklin and Trevor, disguised as highway patrol officers, begin the street race with the owners of the two Cars. Use Franklin’s driving ability to maintain control at high speeds.
- Stay Close: Keep up with the racers through the winding streets of Los Santos. The race requires precision driving as you dodge traffic and avoid obstacles.
Objective 3: Set Up the Police Ambush
- Switch to Michael: After the race, the scene shifts to Michael, who blocks the racers in a tunnel, pretending to be a police officer. This triggers the moment when Franklin and Trevor join him to steal the Cars.
Objective 4: Steal the Cars
- Take Control of the Cars: Once the Cars are stopped, Michael, Franklin, and Trevor steal the Vehicles. Players must now escape with the stolen Cars while evading police pursuit.
Objective 5: Deliver the Cars
- Escape the Cops: After stealing the Cars, you’ll need to lose the police. Use fast driving, shortcuts, and Franklin’s special driving ability to shake off pursuit.
- Drive to the Drop-Off: Once the police are evaded, drive the Cars to the designated drop-off location to complete the mission.
Mission Conclusion
- Wrap Up: After delivering the Cars, a cutscene plays where Devin congratulates the team on the successful job. The mission progresses the story, with Michael, Franklin, and Trevor earning Devin’s trust for future jobs.
- Rewards: Completing the mission rewards players with storyline progression and prepares them for upcoming heist Missions.
Trivia
- The mission title “I Fought the Law…” is a reference to the famous song “I Fought the Law,” originally by The Crickets, made famous by The Clash.
- This mission introduces the character Devin Weston, a wealthy investor with ties to the main heist storyline.
- Franklin’s special ability to slow down time while driving is particularly useful during the race, allowing for tighter turns and dodging traffic.
- The mission showcases a blend of high-speed action and strategic teamwork, highlighting each character’s unique skills.
- This mission further develops the dynamic between Michael, Franklin, and Trevor as they collaborate on more dangerous jobs.
- The mission offers players the chance to experience one of the game’s best vehicle chases, with an emphasis on speed and precision.
- Devin Weston’s introduction marks the beginning of the trio’s involvement in more high-profile heists and jobs throughout the story.
- The mission can be replayed to improve performance, especially during the street race and escape sequences.

Mission Name | I Fought the Law… |
Playable Characters | Franklin, Trevor, Michael |
Primary Objective | Steal two high-end Cars by racing their owners |
Location | Los Santos and surrounding highways |
Mission Type | Story Mission |
Difficulty | Medium |
Time Limit | None |
Required Equipment | None |
Enemies | Police Officers |
Cutscenes | Several cutscenes during the mission |
Rewards | Progression in Story |
Replayable | Yes |
Mission Fail Conditions | Fail to steal the Cars, Get caught by police |