Q: What happens when there's damage to property during an arrest?

A: The prosecutors will want to make sure any damage (also called "restitution") is covered by the defendant.

Q: Whose insurance covers the damages?

A: Typically, the insurance coverage comes from the defendant's insurance policy. If there is no insurance coverage, then the defendant can pay with cash/money order.

Q: How can defendants prove their insurance covered the damages?

A: Defendants, through their defense attorneys, should provide a letter or email from their insurance company. This document should state the status of the claim.

Q: What is the process for obtaining proof of insurance coverage?

A: Defendants should contact their insurance company and request a letter or email that shows the status of the claim related to the property damage. This proof should be forwarded to their defense attorney.

Q: What type of damages are prosecutors concerned with?

A: Prosecutors are only concerned with the damage to the property of the "victim"

or "complaining witness". They do not care about damage to the defendant's property.

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