Legal Question in Traffic Law in California

Hit and run no bodily injuries

Involve in hit and run injuries only to other drivers car (scratches mainly) i was giving her my insurance she stared saying call cops i left the scene i was scare i don't have license cops when to my house took my truck i wasn't home.Now detective doesn't want give me a release until i turn my self in what happens if i turn myself in?


Asked on 7/02/08, 4:33 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Re: Hit and run no bodily injuries

If you are arrested, you will need a bail bonds person and a lawyer to defend you on the hit and run charges, which are serious charges.

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Answered on 7/03/08, 4:11 pm
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Re: Hit and run no bodily injuries

You should take the advice of Mr. Stone. In cases such as this your attorney may be able to negotiate a civil compromise with the party who's car was damaged. A civil compromise will require that you or your insurance company must pay the damages before the civil compromise can be entered into.

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Answered on 7/06/08, 12:00 am


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