What to do if I got arrested for not paying restitution for damages in auto accident but my insurance company had already paid the victim?
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What to do if I got arrested for not paying restitution for damages in auto accident but my insurance company had already paid the victim?
Is there anything that I can do about it?
Asked on November 7, 2012 under Criminal Law, California
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Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
If you have been arrested for allegedly not paying restitution for damages in an auto accident but the victim was paid by your insurance carrier, I suggest that you consult with a criminal defense attorney as to what your legal options are. Most likely the restitution order is completely different from any personal injury claim stemming from the event that your insurance carrier paid money for to the victim.
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