Richmond Hit and Run Defense Attorneys

Hit and run is also referred to as leaving the scene of an accident. According to Virginia law, a driver who is involved in an accident which results in property damage or injury must stop when it is reasonably safe to do so and provide his or her contact information as well as medical assistance as needed. Knowingly leaving the scene of an accident is a felony traffic violation in Virginia. A conviction may result in one to ten years in a state correctional facility and/or fines of up to $2,500.

Traffic Lawyers in Richmond, Virginia

At Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein, our traffic defense lawyers are experienced in helping clients who are facing hit and run charges throughout Richmond and the surrounding areas in Virginia. We recommend that you contact our firm for a free consultation with a Richmond criminal defense attorney who can review your particular case and give you an honest evaluation, enabling you to then make an educated decision as to what to do at this point.

Often, it is possible to have hit and run penalties lessened by showing honest remorse; a guilty plea can show that you are no longer running from your mistakes, that you accept responsibility for them, and that you have learned from them. This can sometimes be enough for a judge to dismiss your case or offer probation instead of imprisonment. For this to be successful, however, you will need the guidance and advice of an experienced Richmond hit and run lawyer.  

Contact a Richmond Hit and Run Lawyer

By contacting a hit and run defense lawyer as soon as possible, you will have a better chance of avoiding the harsh penalties that come with a conviction for this traffic violation. Because of the severity of these charges, it will be essential that you lawyer aggressively asserts your rights and does whatever possible to build a strong defense strategy on your behalf. This may be done through a careful investigation of the scene of the accident, the circumstances leading up to the accident, your medical condition and a variety of other factors – all of which will, together, make or break a case.

Contact a Richmond Hit and Run Attorney at Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein today!