If you collide with a parked vehicle and can't find the owner, what is the best course of action?

Leaving a note with your information after colliding with a parked vehicle is the most responsible action to take in this situation. Doing so demonstrates accountability and concern for the other party's property. It allows the vehicle owner to contact you for any necessary repairs or discussions about damages that may have occurred during the collision.

In many jurisdictions, failing to provide contact information can result in legal penalties, as it may be deemed hit-and-run behavior. By leaving a note, you are providing your name, contact information, and an explanation of the incident, which can help facilitate communication between you and the vehicle owner.

In this context, alternatives such as driving away can lead to serious legal trouble, and simply contacting the police or your insurance company without leaving details for the vehicle owner fails to address the immediate responsibility to the other party involved.