Hit & Run Charges in Pennsylvania
Ciccarelli Lawyers help undo the damage done after a hit and run accident. In many cases, the difference between getting the case dismissed and facing charges of DUI, hit and run, or leaving the scene of accident involving personal injury, is your decision to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney before speaking to the police. If you are facing charges, summons or arrest for a hit and run offense; have been involved in a hit and run accident and need legal advice, contact Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Lawyers who are reasonable and ready to fight for you. Learn more about Ciccarelli Lawyers.
Accidents Involving Damage to Attended Vehicle or Property (Hit and Run)
If a driver is involved in an accident that results in damage to another vehicle which is being driving by another driver, the person must immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident. If convicted you are facing misdemeanor charges and drivers license suspension
Accidents Involving Damage to Unattended Vehicle or Property (Hit and run)
When a driver of a vehicle is involved in an accident with another vehicle or property where no one is present, the driver must immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident and either locate or notify the owner of the damaged property or vehicle of his name, address and insurance and registration information. If convicted you are facing summary charges with drivers license suspension.
Leaving the Scene of an Accident Involving Death or Personal Injury.
Under Pennsylvania law, drivers who are involved in an auto accident must stop at the scene of the accident, provide information and render aid. A driver in a hit and run accident causing serious injury can face a third degree felony charge. If convicted, the penalty is a jail term of not less than 90 days and a mandatory minimum fine of $1,000. If convicted of leaving the scene of an accident involving death, the sentence is a minimum prison term of one year and a fine of $2,500.
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