By Jeff Kennedy
We all know what happens if you are caught driving while intoxicated, but what happens if you also hit-and-run? More often than not, this is what causes most to leave the scene of an accident, which causes them to create more legal problems. .
If you were recently in an accident while drinking and driving, your best option is to find an attorney with experience handling criminal defense cases, and specifically DWI charges.
What Happens When You Leave the Scene of an Accident
Driving drunk will carry penalties if you are convicted, but leaving the scene of an accident.will entirely depend upon the specifics of your case and the circumstances under which this happened. In Texas, the law surrounding DUI penalties will cause the state to pursue harsher penalties if someone is seriously injured or killed
Scenarios:
- If you leave the scene of an accident, but there was minimal property damage, and no one was hurt, you will probably face minimal jail time and fines.
- If you were involved in an accident and there were minor injuries. Now, you might be facing a felony charge, which entails jail time, and hefty fines.
- if you leave the scene where there were serious injuries, The fact that you were drinking and driving at the time of the offense will probably work against you and your penalties can increase depending on the severity.
If you believe that you are going to be charged with hit-and-run while intoxicated, or if you’ve already been charged with a crime in Tarrant County, you can schedule a free consultation with Jeff C. Kennedy today to discuss your case. We are here to fight back, and help you build a defense. Our goal is to help our clients avoid a conviction and criminal record.
Reach Out For A Free Consultation Below
Call The Law Offices of Jeff C. Kennedy at 817-605-1010 or fill out and send over the internet form below.