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# \[5] 10 - Hit and Run (Property Damage)

**Offense Classification:** **Misdemeanor / Felony** *(Depending on extent of damage and intent to flee)*

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#### **Definition:**

Hit and Run (Property Damage) occurs when an individual **is involved in a motor vehicle collision that results in damage to property and leaves the scene without stopping to identify themselves or provide assistance**. The offense focuses on the failure to fulfill legal responsibilities following a crash, regardless of fault.

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#### **Elements of the Crime:**

* The individual was **operating a motor vehicle involved in a collision** that caused **damage to another vehicle, structure, or public/private property**.
* The individual **knowingly left the scene** without stopping to provide contact information, insurance details, or notifying authorities.
* The individual had **no legal justification** for failing to remain at the scene.

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#### **Penalties:**

**Misdemeanor:** *(Minor damage, no prior offenses, cooperative post-investigation)*

* **Jail Time:** Up to 90 days
* **Fine:** Up to $5,000
* **License Suspension:** Up to 1 year

**Felony:** *(Major damage, prior history, attempt to conceal or evade detection)*

* **Jail Time:** 6 months to 3 years
* **Fine:** Up to $15,000
* **License Suspension:** 1 to 3 years

**Additional Consequences:**

* **Restitution for property repair or replacement**
* **Vehicle impoundment**
* **Increased civil liability in follow-up claims**

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#### **Related Charges:**

[**\[5\] 11 - Hit and Run (Injury or Death)**](/tbd-rp-department-of-justice-legal-code/unified-code-of-laws/title-6-penal-code/5-vehicular-offenses/5-11-hit-and-run-injury-or-death.md) *(If the collision also resulted in bodily harm)*\
[**\[5\] 5 - Evading Police**](/tbd-rp-department-of-justice-legal-code/unified-code-of-laws/title-6-penal-code/5-vehicular-offenses/5-5-evading-police.md) *(If suspect fled the scene in an attempt to avoid apprehension)*\
[**\[5\] 3 - Reckless Driving**](/tbd-rp-department-of-justice-legal-code/unified-code-of-laws/title-6-penal-code/5-vehicular-offenses/5-3-reckless-driving.md) *(If the crash was caused by unsafe driving behavior)*\
[**\[5\] 7 - Operating a Vehicle With Stolen Plates**](/tbd-rp-department-of-justice-legal-code/unified-code-of-laws/title-6-penal-code/5-vehicular-offenses/5-7-operating-a-vehicle-with-stolen-plates.md) *(If used to avoid identification after crash)*


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