Can a person face criminal charges for providing false information in regard to an auto accident?
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Can a person face criminal charges for providing false information in regard to an auto accident?
A woman hit my car in a private property area. She gave me a fake phone number; after tracking her down, she refused to give me the name of her insurance company and her policy number. If I take her to small claims court, am I suing for just the damages done to the car or do I bring up the fact that she gave me the “run around,” as well?
Asked on April 18, 2012 under Criminal Law, Michigan
Answers:
Kevin Bessant / Law Office of Kevin Bessant & Associates
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
You can bring that information up in small claims, but it will likely not weigh much in regards to who was at fault for the damages to your car. Presenting false information to a law enforcement officer is illegal, but it appears not to be in this case.
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