QUESTION
Will I go to jail if the company whose car I hit sues?
Asked on Sep 28th, 2013 on Automobile Accidents - Michigan
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I hit someone's car, and I'm 18. I got scared and parked the car somewhere and told my parents. We then went down to see the police. They decided they weren't going to put me in jail, because my dad took custody of me.
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Ronald A. Steinberg
No. Running away was a crime, and that has been resolved. Damaging another vehicle by accident is a civil matter. Your auto insurance should pay for the damage to the other vehicle.
Answered on Oct 01st, 2013 at 9:04 AM
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No. just report the matter to your insurance co. they will take care of it.
Answered on Sep 30th, 2013 at 1:08 PM
James Eugene Hasser
No. The company would sue for money damages and your insurance should take care of it. Good luck.
Answered on Sep 30th, 2013 at 1:00 PM
You can be charged with leaving the scene of an accident. It is unlikely you would be incarcerated unless you have a bit of a criminal history on you already. Report the incident to your insurance company if you have not already done so.
Answered on Sep 30th, 2013 at 12:08 PM
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Most probably not, but you will be liable for the damages and, depending on the actions of the prosecution, lose your license and/or insurability.
Answered on Sep 30th, 2013 at 12:02 PM