Leaving the Scene of an Accident

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Leaving the Scene of an Accident, commonly called a "Hit and Run" is not a simple traffic violation. Leaving the Scene of an Accident is a criminal offense that may land you in jail or prison if convicted.

The determination of whether you are charged with a misdemeanor or felony crime is determined by the circumstances of the accident. Determining factors may include:

• The amount of property damage;

• Injuries to others;

• Any other traffic laws that were broken;

• If the incident is deemed to be intentional or an accidental;

• Other illegal activities that occurred leading up to or during the accident (such as driving while under license suspension, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs);

• Your prior criminal and/or driving history;

• If the accident or incident resulted in the loss of life.

As a law firm providing experienced Leaving the Scene of an Accident Defense Attorney - Lawyer legal services, assisting Kissimmee, St Cloud, Orlando, Osceola County, Orange County and Central Florida area residents with Leaving the Scene of an Accident Defense legal issues, we are committed to protecting the legal rights of each and every client, while always striving to provide the highest standard of legal representation. Contact Salazar & Kelly Law Group, P.A., by calling 407-483-0500 or by using our online submission form.

According to Florida Statute 316.061 any driver of a vehicle involved in an accident must stop, position their vehicle out of traffic close to the accident scene (when possible), remain at the scene and fulfill all due requirements relating to a traffic accident.

If law enforcement is called or arrives at the scene each party must follow law enforcement's instructions and may leave the scene only after cleared to do so by police. If police do not arrive at the scene, you must provide the other party or parties with the necessary contact and insurance information prior to leaving the scene. If you leave the scene at any point without fulfilling your obligations you may be charged with leaving the scene of an accident.

It is not uncommon for an individual to meet their obligation at an accident scene to later find out that law enforcement came upon the scene and the individual finds hi or herself facing charges for Leaving the Scene of an Accident.

All people are not honest citizens. With various insurance scams occurring every day, if you are in a fender bender and law enforcement are not called, one insurance scam is to get you to give the other party to get money from you at the scene. As you leave the scene the other party writes down your license plate number and calls law enforcement saying they were involved in a hit and run. These scam artist understand that insurance companies will pay out a claim without little resistance because if their policy holder leaves the scene of an accident they will be assumed as the at fault party. With no proof that you handled the situation at the scene, not only did you loose money, but potentially face criminal charges as well. The scam artist does not care about your freedom or innocence... only that they get paid.

If you choose to handle things at the accident scene, protect yourself from these types of situations by writing down the license plate number of the other car and obtain their driver's and insurance information.

If you have questions, concerns, or legal needs regarding Leaving the Scene of an Accident Defense or other criminal defense issues, we urge you to seek the legal advice of an experienced Kissimmee Leaving the Scene of an Accident Defense attorney - lawyer at Salazar & Kelly Law Group, P.A., by calling 407-483-0500 to schedule a confidential legal consultation.

When charged with any criminal offense it is important to be made fully aware of your legal rights, defense strategies, and to have aggressive, detailed, and dedicated criminal defense legal representation in your corner.

If you require professional legal services regarding Leaving the Scene of an Accident Defense or other Criminal Defense issues, be proactive in protecting your legal rights by seeking the legal advice of an experienced Kissimmee Leaving the Scene of an Accident Defense attorney - lawyer. Contact Salazar & Kelly Law Group, P.A., by calling 407-483-0500 or by using our online submission form.

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