"This alleged auto insurance fraud ring is a prime example of the type of fraud that increases premium prices for all California drivers," Ricardo Lara, California insurance commissioner, said in a release. Credit: Peter Atkins/Fotolia

A group of family and friends are facing the consequences for taking part in an auto insurance scam ring that was in operation in California for at least four years, according to the California Department of Insurance (CDI), which reported 23 people are facing felony counts of insurance fraud and conspiracy for their roles.

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