Legal Question in Traffic Law in Florida

Re: hit and run

Hey:

The potential charge against you depends on whether a person was hurt. If it was just property damage, the charge is only a misdemeanor, if someone was hurt, a felony. Either way, you first plead not guilty and ask the judge to pass the case to a later date. A lawyer would conduct discovery (get docs./reports from the State--see if there were witnesses, etc.) and at the same time negotiate a good plea with the State in case you don't want to go to trial.

Usually, if a defendant does not have a prior crim. record, the State only wants probation to make restitution to the victim. If it was serious personal injury (a felony) it is a lot more serious. 'Hope this helps. If my office can be of any assistance to you, please give us a a call. Tom Rosenblum

Re: hit and run

Leaving the Scene of an Accident with property damage is a 2nd degree misdemeanor with a possibility of up to 60 days in jail. I represent individuals charged with this offense in Duval County.

Re: hit and run

The most likely charge is Leaving the Scene of an Accident with Property Damage. I have a good friend who practices criminal defense in Jax if you are interested in getting a free consultation on your case. You can shoot me an email below. I'm sure he would be more than happy to help you.