Who is at fault if you hit a parked car?

The general rule is that the driver that hits the parked car is at fault for hitting a parked car. The reason the driver is usually at fault is because the car was parked and not moving, so the parked car could move out of the way to avoid the accident.

What happens if you accidentally hit a parked car?

Leaving the scene is considered a criminal offense. Depending on the state, a hit and run may be a misdemeanor or felony punishable by fines, jail time, license points or all of these. If you leave the scene, a police officer can use evidence and surveillance cameras to identify, locate and arrest you.