Leaving the Scene Charges in Houston

Houston DWI Defense Attorney

Being in a traffic collision can be a confusing and frightening experience. The law in Texas makes no exception - it is a crime to leave the scene of an accident regardless of the emotional impact on a driver. This is usually called hit and run. If you have been charged with a hit and run misdemeanor or felony or you realize you made a mistake in leaving and wish to take responsibility, the first thing you need to do is get a Houston criminal defense lawyer who will aggr essively protect your rights.

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Prosecutors are eager to gain convictions in hit and run accidents. The more serious the property damage or injuries which occurred the more severe the penalties will be if you are convicted of leaving the scene without providing your identification and other information. If the owner is not present you are expected to leave a note with your contact information. This applies both to an unattended vehicle and other types of property damaged by your accident.

The penalties, if someone was injured or killed in the accident, can include confinement in jail or a state prison, large fines, and restitution. If you are convicted of DWI additional penalties may apply. You are entitled to a strong defense. The prosecution may have convinced you that some piece of evi dence or the presence of an eyewitness makes this an open and shut case. This may not be true at all. Eyewitness testimony has often been proven unreliable. An experienced criminal defense lawyer with the firm will explore every avenue and take every opportunity to challenge the prosecution's case.

We understand how some people can feel so overwhelmed by the trauma of being in an accident and being accused and treated as though they were already convicted that they simply plead guilty without a fight. Don't let this happen to you. You are innocent until proven guilty. You have rights which should be protected. Before you make any decisions talk to a criminal defense lawyer at Ji m Medley & Associates, P.C. to discuss your case. A careful review of the evidence should take place immediately.

Contact a Houston criminal defense attorney at the firm who is ready to fight for you .