Generally, an auto accident is
considered a civil incident. However, there are instances when a driver
at-fault can be charged with criminal offense. If you are not sure whether or
not the accident would constitute a criminal offense, consulting an auto accident
attorney is the wisest move.
Meanwhile, below are three
possibilities that an auto accident becomes a criminal offense.
Hit and Run
There are two grounds for a
hit-and-run accident. One is that you leave the scene of the accident. The
second is that you fail to stop your vehicle after an accident. All drivers are
required by the law to pull over when there is an accident they are involved
in, otherwise it will result to criminal record and significant penalties.
Reckless Driving
When you are driving in a way
that puts lives and properties in risk of jeopardy or harm, it is considered
reckless driving and may cause the prosecution to charge you with a criminal
offense. In Virginia, the act is criminalized if you exceed the speed limit by
20 miles per hour or more.
There are other probable causes
that law enforcement can use and charge you with drunk driving, and if you
causes a serious accident, you can be charged with more than one criminal
offense. For a more elaborate explanation of each of these instances, an auto accident lawyer
will be of great help.
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