Hit and Run Charges
A hit and run charge occurs when one person leaves the scene before producing the proper driver documentation to the other party. They can be both misdemeanors and felonies, depending on the seriousness of the accident.
The California Law regarding hit and run
charges do not have any exceptions. The types of accidents that
are eligible range from simple fender benders on
parked, unoccupied vehicles to accidents
involving death or serious injury.
Some types of accidents that can result in
a hit and run charges are as follows:
Car accidents
Bicycle or pedestrian accident
Damage to parked or unoccupied car
Collisions that you believe are not your fault
Accidents involving death or serious bodily
injury
California Hit and Run charges can be classified as misdemeanors or felonies, depending on the seriousness of the accident, extent of damage, and defendant's past criminal record. The sentence for a hit and run can range from no jail time (plus fines and restitution) to one year in jail for a misdemeanor. For a felony, the sentence could be state prison.
If you or someone you know is charged with a hit and run offense, the Law Offices of Tina M. Barberi can help. In California, defendants face aggressive prosecutors who bring all the resources of the government. Therefore, defendants need skilled and able attorneys who will fight for them.
