Hit and Run Accidents Whenever a collision occurs between a vehicle and another person (with or without a motorize vehicle), the driver(s) of the involved vehicles are required by state law to stop and identify themselves.
If the driver(s) involved do not comply with this requirement, the incident becomes classified as a ''hit and run'' offense, and punishment will be delivered to the perpetrators.
If a driver collides with a parked car or another piece of stationary property, there are certain procedures he or she must follow prior to leaving the scene of the accident.
Usually, these involve the offender making an attempt to contact the property owner and inform that person of what has happened.
Typically, the driver must record the make and license plate number of the affected vehicle.
He or she must also leave a note at the area of the incident if the property has been damaged or affected in any way.
Failure to contact the property owner is punishable by law.
If a driver hits another person, whether or not that person is inside a vehicle, the wrongdoer must stop and identify him or herself and offer help if necessary.
This includes calling police to report the incident and contacting medical assistance, if required.
If the victim of the accident is hurt and the offender leaves the scene of the accident, the punishment will be more severe.
Should the driver leave the accident scene and the victim dies from injuries sustained from the collision, the incident becomes a felony and is punishable as such.
Every year, thousands of hit and run accidents occur in the United States.
These offensive, dangerous, and potentially fatal acts are considered very serious incidents in court.
The punishment for one of these collisions, especially if it results in an injury, can be extreme and is always unforgiving.
A hit-and-run that causes a death is considered a felony by law.
If you have been a victim of a one of these incidents, you need to seek immediate aide.
Justice is necessary and will be delivered.