How much property damage must be done before a police report of an auto accident needs to be made?

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How much property damage must be done before a police report of an auto accident needs to be made?

Someone hit my mailbox and broke the post. They also did some damage to their vehicle. I was told that if their wasn’t $500 damage done they won’t bother. I am sure their bumper won’t be cheap to replace, and now who is going to repair my mailbox? They just stuck what was left of the post into the ground.

Asked on July 18, 2010 under Accident Law, Michigan

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MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 13 years ago | Contributor

You are correct in that there is a threshold on the amount of property damage that automatically requires a police report.  Oftentimes, that amount is over $500.00 in total damages.  If your mailbox has been damaged, including the post, and the person's vehicle was damaged, I would ensure there was a police report filed in this matter.  If this means you need to speak with the captain or person in charge, then push the issue because ultimately your police report will help you in filing any insurance claims (whether those insurance claims are through your homeowner's insurance or the driver's motor vehicle insurance). 


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