Legal Question in Traffic Law in Massachusetts

Can I be cited for a vehicular hit and run, with no damage to my vehicle?

I deny all allegations, I did not hit anyone. But I was told even after the reporting officer found no damage to my truck, he still has to issue me a citation by mail, and then I can request a hearing to prove myself. Why do I need to go through a hearing, if the reporting officer himself can't see any damage? He even used the words, probably a case of mistaken identity.

The accuser only has a picture of my license plate. But I can take a picture of anyone else license plate as well. Multiple people have looked for damage, and found nothing, because I didn't hit anyone.


Asked on 12/17/13, 7:39 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
ERNEST BIANDO LAW OFFICE OF ERNEST T. BIANDO, LLC

The Police only need probable cause to file charges-PC is a very low standard in Mass and this happens all the time. You can request a hearing to clear the matter up but be careful what you say in the hearing as anything said can be used if the clerk finds that there is PC to issue a complaint. 774-745-0562

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Answered on 12/17/13, 8:52 am


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