Conviction of leaving the scene of accident with serious injuries

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Hello. It depends on other circumstances and forensic expertise. If you have been charged with leaving the scene of an accident, you should find and hire experienced "criminal defense attorney" as soon as possible. Like nearly every similar type of criminal (car accident) charge, it is critical to be proactive beside inactive. 

1. Up to 10 years in prison, with a mandatory 1 year to serve,
2. A mandatory fine of at least one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) but not more than five thousand dollars ($5,000.00)
3. A driver’s license suspension of up to two (2) years

CHAPTER 31-26: Accidents and accident reports (index of sections)

Leaving the Scene of an Accident/Hit and Run: State Laws. All U.S states have laws covering hit and run accidents. Generally pays, a hit and run occurs when a driver is involved in an accident with a pedestrian, another car, or a fixed object, and leaves the scene without identifying herself or rendering aid to anyone who may need help. Financial penalties for leaving the scene of an automobile accident include high fines and jail time. Anyone, who have been injured by a motorist (vehicle driver) who left the scene instead of stopping a car, may be able to claim financial compensation.

1. § 31-26-1 Duty to stop in accidents resulting in personal injury. 
2. § 31-26-2 Duty to stop in accidents resulting in damage to vehicle. 
3. § 31-26-3 Duty to give information and render aid. 
4. § 31-26-3.1 Duty to stop in accidents resulting in death or injury to domesticated animals. 
5. § 31-26-3.2 Immediate notice of accident. 
6. § 31-26-3.3 Duty to stop in accidents involving motor vehicles and bicycles not resulting in serious bodily injury or death – Duty to give information and render aid – Penalty. 
7. § 31-26-4 Duty on collision with unattended vehicle. 
8. § 31-26-5 Duty in accident resulting in damage to highway fixtures. 
9. § 31-26-6 Drivers required to make written reports. 
10. § 31-26-7 Supplemental reports. 
11. § 31-26-8 Reports by owner when driver incapable. 
12. § 31-26-9 Reports by law enforcement officers. 
13. § 31-26-10 Accident report forms – Contents. 
14. § 31-26-11 Penalties for failure to report. 
15. § 31-26-12 Garage reports of bullet damage. 
16. § 31-26-13 Reports confidential – Use as evidence. 
17. § 31-26-14 Tabulation and publication of statistical information. 
18. § 31-26-15 Reports required by municipalities. 
19. § 31-26-16 Uniform statewide motor vehicle accident police report. 

What does it mean? Avoiding an unnecessary criminal charge on your record should be the primary goal! Contacting a skilled attorney is an important first step.