Virginia Hit and Run Lawyers
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Whether you have been charged with a Criminal Offense, Serious Criminal Traffic Offense, or have been injured in an Accident that was not your fault, our First-Class Attorneys are not going to let you become a victim! With our experience, we will fight back, with you and for you, to get the results you deserve.
YOU CAN’T AFFORD A CRIMINAL RECORD
When you trust your Hit and Run charge to our experienced attorneys, we will work closely with you, from the beginning, to explore all aspects of your case, including:
- Dismissal of your Charge
- Reduction of your Charge
- Possible Defenses
- Plea Bargain Options
- Trial to find you “Not Guilty”
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HOW VIRGINIA LAW APPLIES TO YOU
Having handled Thousands of Criminal Traffic Cases in all the Courts of Northern Virginia, we understand how critical your job and/or security clearance are to your livelihood and your family. If you are convicted of Hit and Run, you are facing not only significant jail time and a substantial fine; but you will also receive a Permanent Criminal Record with the FBI and Homeland Security and you could potentially lose your job; your security clearance; future employment opportunities; demerit points on your DMW record; the loss of your driver’s license; and your future.
NovaLegalGroup, P.C. also helps residents of Virginia with Legal Matters in: Alexandria, Annandale, Arlington, Burke, Centreville, Fairfax, Mclean, Oakton, Reston and Springfield.
In order for the Commonwealth to prove FELONY Hit and Run, they must prove:
1. That you were the driver of a vehicle which you knew was involved in an accident; and
2. That the accident either:
- a. Caused personal injury or death to another; or
- b. The value of the damage was $1000 or more; and
3. That you knew, or should have known either:
- a. That another person was injured by the accident; or
- b. That the value of the damage was $1000 or more; and
4. That you failed to do any of the following:
- a. Stop immediately as close to the scene of the accident as possible without obstructing traffic; or
- b. Render all reasonably necessary assistance to any person injured in the accident; or
- c. Report your name, address, driver’s license number and vehicle registration number immediately to the State Police or local law enforcement agency; or to the person struck and injured if such person appears to be capable of understanding and retaining the information; or to the driver or some other occupant of the vehicle collided with; or the custodian of other damaged property.
If you are found guilty of a Felony Hit and Run, the punishment can be very severe. Hit and Run is a CLASS 5 FELONY, punishable by up to 10 YEARS IN JAIL! If there was no injury to the other driver and the value of the damage is under $1000, then the Hit and Run is a CLASS 1 MISDEMEANOR, punishable by up to 12 MONTHS IN JAIL and a fine of up to $2,500, or both.
In addition to the significant Discovery, Due Diligence and Legal Work we do to get your Hit and Run case Dismissed, your participation in appropriate programs and classes prior to Court can significantly increase your odds of an even more successful outcome … such as:
- Letters of Recommendation
- Alternatives to Jail Programs
- Community Service
- 8-Hour Driver Improvement Class
- 4-Hour Aggressive/Reckless Driving
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Our hit and run attorneys have experience successfully handling Hit and Run charges in all the Courts of Northern Virginia.
With our experience in criminal defense, we have successfully handled thousands of cases, many like yours. We make you 3 GUARANTEES that no other law firms we know of in Northern Virginia offer:
OUR 3 UNIQUE GUARANTEES
- When you call us, you will always speak personally with one of our experienced and successful attorneys about your case, NOT a paralegal or secretary!
- We always design a customized “Plan of Action” just for your case and not just a cookie-cutter template!
- We always provide you with a personalized “Payment Plan” to meet your financial needs!
A hit and run in Virginia occurs when a driver involved in an accident fails to immediately stop at the scene, provide their information (name, address, license, and registration), and render reasonable assistance to anyone injured. This applies to accidents involving other vehicles, pedestrians, or damage to property.
Yes. Under Virginia Code § 46.2-894, a hit and run is a Class 5 felony if the accident results in injury, death, or damage to attended property of $1,000 or more. A felony conviction is punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a mandatory, indefinite license revocation.
You must stop as close to the scene as safely possible, report the accident to the police, provide your name, address, driver’s license number, and vehicle registration to the other party, and provide reasonable assistance to anyone injured, which includes calling for an ambulance if necessary.
This is a hit and run involving unattended property under Virginia Code § 46.2-896. You have a duty to make a reasonable effort to find the owner or leave a note with your information in a conspicuous place. Failing to do so is a Class 4 misdemeanor if the damage is less than $250, and a Class 1 misdemeanor if the damage is $250 or more.
Yes, you can be charged, but lack of knowledge is a powerful defense. The prosecution must prove that you knew or should have reasonably known that you were involved in an accident. If the impact was very minor and you genuinely did not realize it happened, your attorney can argue for a dismissal of the charge.
This is governed by the statute of limitations. For a misdemeanor hit and run, the police generally have one year from the date of the incident to file charges. For a felony hit and run, there is no statute of limitations, meaning charges can be brought at any time.
Yes. A conviction for felony hit and run results in a mandatory, indefinite revocation of your driver’s license by the DMV. For a misdemeanor conviction involving attended property, the court has the discretion to suspend your license for up to six months.
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