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have a question about a summons..

i got into a lil car accident 3 weeks ago due to weather conditions and roads were really icy. i was driving down 25a aka middle country in selden, ny. i was heading to work. i was turning right going 5 mph and i accidently slid and went over the lil divider and accidently hit/tapped a car. i rolled down my window and asked if she was ok. and she just waved me on. now today i just got a summons because i left at the scene but i was in my car for a half hour and i saw no cop car and no vicitim.. so i went into work. she said she filed the report at 2pm when it happened. she has a lil dent in her fender and i have a lil crack. what will happen in the court room? will the judge suspend my license, take away my license, or have me pay for the damages? please hlep


Asked on 1/03/09, 8:05 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Joel Salinger Law Office of Joel R. Salinger

Re: have a question about a summons..

Leaving the Scene of an Accident is a criminal charge and you are being charged with a crime. The possible penalties are jail, probation, fine, loss of license or all of the above. You should have an attorney, this is not something that you want to do alone.

If you would like a free telephone consultation you can contact my office at 516.746.4747 or by e-mail at [email protected].

Joel R. Salinger, Esq.

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Answered on 1/03/09, 11:30 pm
Steven Czik CZIK LAW PLLC

Re: have a question about a summons..

We have substantial experience handling these types of cases, however, we would need some more information before making a complete and proper determination. You are welcome to contact us for a free consultation.

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Answered on 1/08/09, 3:44 pm


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