Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

And what's your question?

Can you get in trouble? Yes. Can it get worse if you file a false insurance claim? Yes.

And would it be a good idea not to talk to the police anymore? Yes.

All the other attorneys and I agree that you cannot speak to law enforcement again regarding this incident. If they want to speak with your son, he shouldn't speak with law enforcement either. No false claim should be made to insurance or you dig yourselves a deeper hole that you don't want to have to climb out of. You should speak to an expert criminal defense attorney. Most give free consultations, so you have nothing to lose by having a free consultation. I wish you well. David Wallin

IF the police don't pursue criminal charges against you for 'false report' to police because they can't prove it, they will likely pursue 'leaving the scene' charges, and 'causing an accident' charges that will be on DMV record.

Your insurance will increase.

You also face a damage to govt property civil claim, and your insurance rates will will now have

If arrested, follow the advice to exercise the 5th Amendment right to SHUT UP and do NOT talk to anyone except an attorney about the case [better late than never]. That includes on this or any other web site or public forum. Most police and prosecutors will happily tell you that 95% of people convict themselves by trying to be 'helpful and cooperative', either during initial contact, questioning, interview or interrogation. If serious about hiring counsel to help in this, and if this is in SoCal courts, feel free to contact me.