Hit & Run Defense Lawyer Serving San Diego

Criminal Charges for Leaving the Scene of an Accident

When a person is involved in an auto accident that causes property damage or injury to any person involved, he or she has the legal obligation to remain at the scene. Willfully leaving the scene of an accident, even one the defendant did not cause, is a criminal offense commonly referred to as hit and run. This may be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony offense in San Diego, depending on the extent of injury the accident caused.

Obtaining the representation of an experienced criminal attorney is one of the most important steps you can take upon an arrest, criminal charges or investigation for hit and run. Superior Law Center represents clients throughout San Diego in the face of legal matters involving any type of offense related to leaving the scene of an accident, and we accept calls 24/7 at (888) 258-6185 to see how we can help you.

Defenses for San Diego Hit and Run Charges

There are different strategies that a San Diego hit and run defense lawyer may employ when representing a client facing charges of leaving the scene of an accident. The particular approach will vary depending on the unique circumstances of the case. For example, your lawyer may be able to prove that the prosecution does not have sufficient physical evidence against you to place you at the scene of the accident in the first place. Or, reasonable doubt may be able to be raised in regard to your intentions - if you did not know you were involved in an accident or did not willfully leave the scene this may be a valid defense.

To find out how we can help in the face of your charges, contact a San Diego hit and run attorney at Superior Law Center today.