Hit & Run Lawyers
If you have left the scene of an accident that resulted in injury to another or others, you could be charged with a felony offense. In addition to your normal duties after an accident, you are also required to report the injury or property damage to the local police office. This offense may be punished with fines, probation, community service, and jail time. Drivers who allegedly committed hit-and-run may also face legal action from the victim or the victim’s loved ones.
Potential Penalties You Could Be Facing
- Imprisonment for 1-5 years
- Between $300 and $1,000 in fines
If you are convicted of leaving the scene of an injury accident, the conviction will permanently remain on your criminal record, possibly affecting your future chances of obtaining employment, applying for loans, or enrolling in college. As the stakes in your case are high, it is to your benefit to seek the help of a skilled attorney as soon as possible.
Hit & Run Legal Counsel
In our state, any person involved in an auto accident must perform certain actions before leaving the scene. This includes contacting emergency services, aiding the injured, or exchanging information with the other parties involved in the accident. In addition, it may also be necessary to provide a statement to police so that an accident report can be filed. If you fail to perform these actions after an accident, you could be charged with leaving the scene, or “hit and run” as it is also known.
It is recommended that you contact a DUI attorney at Zeliff | Watson if you have been arrested for leaving the scene in an effort to protect yourself from the penalties that you might face. In addition to our 25+ years of experience in the area of criminal defense, we have also had substantial training in effective courtroom advocacy. We may be able to secure the reduction or dismissal of your DUI charges as well as your charges for leaving the scene.
Contact a DUI lawyer who can defend you against charges related to leaving the scene of an accident.
- Fulton County Superior and State Courts
- Atlanta Municipal Court
- Alpharetta Municipal Court
- Milton Municipal Court
- Johns Creek Municipal Court
- Sandy Springs Municipal Court
- Doraville Municipal Court (Dekalb County)
- Suwanee Municipal Court (Gwinnett County)
A Simple Process to Getting Started
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Schedule a free, no-obligation, and confidential case consultation in person, online, or over the phone. This will help you understand how your case can be challenged, potentially leading to a reduction, dismissal, or acquittal of your charges. Click here to schedule your case evaluation.
Meet Our Defense Team and Conduct a Case Evaluation
During your free case evaluation, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions, receive answers and legal guidance, and collaborate with our attorneys to better understand your side of the story, gather evidence, and devise a strategy to achieve the best possible outcome for your pending criminal charges.
Start Defending Your Case
After your free case evaluation, Zeliff & Watson will assist in preserving evidence and safeguarding your rights, ensuring your protection throughout the process. The defense team will also provide a proposed fee to represent your case, with the goal of achieving the best possible outcome.