Legal Question in Criminal Law in Georgia

Unaware of Hit and Run

Situation: A driver is witnessed backing into a parked vehicle in an apartment complex but pulls off without stopping. The driver casually drives around the complex for about 15 minutes more and even passes the accident scene again. The witnesses call the police and follow the vehicle during the 15 minute ride. Upon arrival of the police the witnesses testify that they attempted to stop the perpetrator who wouldn't stop. The perpetrator says that he had been near the area of the alleged accident and had backed up several times while attempting to find a destination but had not hit anyone. Upon being shown a bit of paint on his bumper and being told of witnesses the perpetrator say that she had not been aware if contact had occurred with another vehicle and no one attempted to stop her. She was arrested and charged with leaving the scene of an accident. The perpetrator had insurance, no warrants, was not drinking and is the daughter of a retired cop so repects the law to the fullest. 1.What are the chances for a good defense of this case? 2. Is this a felony and what is the most likely penalty?


Asked on 10/15/02, 12:30 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Dan Conaway Conaway&Strickler, P.C.

Re: Unaware of Hit and Run

We will be more than happy to help. Leaving the scene of an accident is a misdemeanor not a felony. There are ways of getting this charge reduced or dismissed. Please give us a call. 404-816-5000 or 1-888-883-9091.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

Conaway & Strickler, PC

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Answered on 10/15/02, 11:29 am


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