Makes no difference what you hit. If you leave it is hit and run, or (in some states) 'leaving after colliding.' The fact that only non-moveable property was damaged is immaterial.
If the mailbox wasn't just a private mailbox for the apartment, but happened to be an 'official' US Postal Service mailbox, you could, theoretically, be charged with destruction of government property.
Leaving ANYTHING except US mail on, or in, a mailbox is a violation of US Postal Regulations.
The main qualification you need to have a residential mailbox is a residence. You can't get a mailbox unless you have a house or apartment, with an address so that you can get mail.
Hitting a mailbox is typically considered a misdemeanor, not a felony. However, the severity of the offense and any resulting damage or injuries could potentially elevate it to a felony charge.
Yes, hitting a mailbox can be considered a federal crime under the United States Code Title 18, Section 1705, which prohibits the destruction or vandalism of mailboxes.
yes because if it was really bad then obviously you have to
I would guess if the mailbox fell over while you were passing by, and it hit your vehicle, then it would be considered comprehensive. Now if you just drove into the mailbox, that would be considered collision.
By US Postal regulations you do not have to place your name on a the mailbox of a single family dwelling, however the rule may be different when it comes to multiple mailboxes in apartment homes and multi-family dwellings. The obvious problem for the mail carrier would be that if the addressee's apartment/unit number was not on the envelope - and there was no name on the mailbox, how would the carrier know where to deliver the item?
No. But if someone saw you they could report it. That would be careless or reckless driving.
The last time I knew anything about it, absolutely NOTHING is allowed on or in a mailbox without postage or official exemption from postage (non-profit organization, congressman, etc.)/
Yes. This is a federal offense. Any tampering with or destroying or 'leaving little surprises in' a mailbox is a crime. Only the post office and the owner of the box should be putting anything in it.
yes leaving a car reck is very bad. You could go to jail.
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