I was issued a citation on private property for scratching a parked car with my own car. I was told that because no one was hurt and I was on private property, that the police officer should not hacve given me a ticket. Is that true?
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Debatable. Depends on the area. Check with your local police traffic division. That means calling them or going down and simply asking the question. Or, if you have a free legal advice line, call the one that deals with traffic offences and ask them. They should know. It could be a point to bring up in court but like it said it depends on some circumstances.
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Law aside, let's look at the ethics of the situation. If you put yourself in the position of the person whose car got damaged, then how do you feel about the ticket? I think you'd think the person who damaged your car SHOULD receive a ticket.
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If this was a grocery store shopping parking lot or such, many parking lots are private property but are still under local code enforcement. If you broke a law, then you may be liable for the ticket. Otherwise, just scratching another car and leaving your name and insurance information on that car, should not be a violation.
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The vast majority of police departments, throughout the united states, are not answering property damage only accidents, on private property. there are two exceptions: if it involves personal injury and if its a hit and run accident, with a witness. Question: was your accident a hit and run? did you hit the other vehicle and leave the scene? did the officer come to your home and issue the citation? need answers.
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Depending on your area, yes, the police can issue you a citation, particulalry if you didn't stop to report the incident.
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