Hit and Run

Hit and run, or leaving the scene of the accident, is the criminal offense of leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident that one has been involved in. By law, an individual who has been in an auto accident must stay on the scene and provide their contact information, insurance information and other information which is needed. The exception would be an individual who is severely injured or unconscious and must be rushed to receive medical care.

When a person willfully and intentionally leaves the scene of an accident, this is determined to be hit and run. Penalties may include imprisonment, fines and more - depending upon the geographical location of the accident.

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