What should my defence be to a hit and run charge?
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What should my defence be to a hit and run charge?
I was charged with DUI and pled guilty. I was also charged with hit and run and pled innocent. I sustained a blow to the head which left me dazed for several minutes and left my vehicle at the scene. The police report asserts they were called to an unknown injury accident and a witness at the scene stated I told him what happened and walked away holding my head.
Asked on April 27, 2009 under Accident Law, Washington
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
The fact that there is a witness to back up your story is helpful. However, remember that you were under the influence at the time that you spoke to him/her. So make sure what they have to say concerning the matter. Also, you indicated that you left the scene due to a head injury. Did you seek medical attention? Did you later contact the police or did you wait for them to come to you? These are important questions.
Also, when your pleas were entered were your represented at the time?
Without knowing more its hard to give a more determinative answer. While it seems that you have a defense due to a medical condition (head injury), leaving the scene of a crime can be a very serious charge and, if you are not already represented by counsel, you should be. If you need help in finding an attorney in you area, try AttorneyPages.com.
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