Leaving the Scene of an Accident in Milford

Legal Services for Leaving the Scene of an Accident Charges in Worchester County

At DeGiacomo & Mikhlin, P.C., our attorneys have experience in navigating the complexities of Massachusetts' laws concerning leaving the scene of an accident. We are dedicated to protecting your rights and delivering a robust criminal defense if you face such charges. We advise that regardless of your driving history, always comply with the law and stay at the scene if involved in an accident. If you have left an accident scene, seeking immediate legal consultation is crucial.

Leaving the Scene of an Accident is a Serious Offense

Leaving the scene of an accident without exchanging necessary information can lead to severe consequences, including fines, probation, suspension of driving privileges, insurance hikes, potential jail time, or even a civil lawsuit. If you're charged with this crime in Milford, trust our experienced legal team at DeGiacomo & Mikhlin, P.C. We are committed to providing vigorous representation, irrespective of the severity of the charges.

Grasping the Charge: Leaving the Scene of Property Damage

As per Massachusetts General Laws (M.G.L.) c. 90, §§ 24 (2)(a), if you knowingly cause damage to another vehicle or property and leave the accident scene without sharing your name, residential address, and vehicle registration number, it constitutes a misdemeanor offense. Conviction for this crime may lead to a fine between $20-$200, imprisonment from 2 weeks up to 2 years, or both.

The prosecution is required to establish beyond a reasonable doubt that:

• You were operating a motor vehicle.
• The vehicle was used on a public roadway or in a location accessible to the public.
• You inflicted damage on another vehicle or property.
• You were aware of the damage caused.
• After causing the damage, you failed to share your name, residence, and vehicle registration number.

Our legal team will thoroughly scrutinize the evidence against you and challenge any flaws in the prosecution's case.

Departing the Scene of an Accident Not Resulting in Death

According to M.G.L. c. 90, §§ 24 (a1/2)(1), leaving the accident scene after causing injury to someone without it leading to death and failing to provide necessary details, is also considered a misdemeanor offense. The penalties include mandatory imprisonment for a minimum of 6 months (maximum 2 years) or a fine ranging from $500-$1,000.

For a conviction, the prosecution must demonstrate that:

• You were operating a motor vehicle.
• The vehicle was used on a public roadway or in a location accessible to the public.
• You caused injury to another person.
• You were aware of the injury caused.
• After causing the injury, you failed to share your name, residence, and vehicle registration number.

Our attorneys will relentlessly defend your rights and work towards achieving the most favorable outcome in your case.

Leaving the Scene of an Accident After Causing a Death

As stipulated by M.G.L. c. 90, §§ 24 (a1/2)(2), leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death is considered the most severe offense. This is a felony offense in Massachusetts, with penalties including a mandatory minimum imprisonment of up to 10 years and a fine ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.