Is a Folded Side Mirror Considered an Accident?

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Folding a side mirror due to a collision is considered a minor traffic accident. Here is some additional information: 1. A minor traffic accident refers to an incident involving vehicles on the road that does not result in personal injury and involves damages under 1,000 yuan, such as external parts like side mirrors, headlights, or hoods. 2. If a side mirror hits a pedestrian and causes minor scratches, it may violate the Public Security Administration Punishment Law. If a dispute arises, the offender may face administrative detention. The correct approach is to apologize and compensate the injured party. 3. Most injuries caused by side mirror collisions are not directly due to the impact but rather from the pedestrian being startled or non-motorized vehicles failing to avoid the collision in time, leading to falls. The severity of injuries from falls can vary, so never leave the scene if you hit a pedestrian or non-motorized vehicle, thinking you can get away with it.