Q: My car was stolen. I didn't know & didn't report it before it was found. It destroyed public property. Do I have to pay?
My car was found vandalized and with a wheel stuck in a ditch under a public fence, up on the sidewalk. I didn't know it was stolen b/c I hadn't driven for over a week. It was found 3 days before I reported it and was in an impound lot. I got the car back, but when making the police report (several days later b/c I had to drive out of town), I am being told I'm responsible for the price of the car being towed and the public destruction b/c they don't know who (or if I) vandalized and got my own car stuck there. Am I at fault?
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A: Not from what you've said..... but if you are charged, or presented with a bill, you should consult with an experienced attorney.
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