Hit and Run and Eluding
Richmond Hit and Run and Eluding Defense Lawyers
Instructing Other Attorneys
While both hit and run and eluding violations sound like fairly clear-cut charges, each varies widely in severity and in penalties. For example:
- Hit and run penalties vary depending on the value of the property damaged, and whether a person was injured or killed as a result of the collision. Legal consequences range from fines up to five years in jail.
- Eluding police charges vary regarding whether others were endangered. Penalties range from no jail to five years in prison. Since July of 2008 even the least severe elude charge can result in jail time.
In addition, both charges can result in the loss of your driver's license. If you face hit and run or eluding charges and have questions about possible legal consequences and legal defense opportunities, we can help. The Richmond, Virginia, serious traffic offense law firm of Chucker & Reibach has helped thousands of people fight their serious traffic offenses charges.
Have you been charged with trying to outrun the police in your motor vehicle? Do you face charges of hitting a person, or a car or other property, and leaving the scene? Contact Chucker & Reibach online, at 804.335.0836 or 866.676.3154.
At Chucker & Reibach our attorney team instructs other lawyers and advises the Virginia House of Delegates regarding serious traffic offenses. We are skilled at managing hit and run and eluding lawsuits for both in- and out-of-state residents. We know traffic law, and work creatively to identify and pursue evidence, legal defenses, and dismissal or reduction of charges. For instance:
- When you are charged with hit and run, it is necessary that someone be able to identify the driver. As such, an attorney can work to demonstrate there is no proof as to who really struck the person or property.
- The value of property determines the severity of the hit and run charge. A car may be worth far less than the victim claims, and an accurate assessment of property value can make the difference between small and large fines, and community service and significant jail time.
- Satisfied victims can help mitigate your penalties. If you have been positively identified as the driver in a hit and run accident, we can help you work with the victim if you wish to acknowledge your error, which can lead to less severe penalties.
Contact Us
If you have questions regarding hit and run, eluding or other traffic violations and charges, contact our firm. We offer free initial consultations, accept credit cards, offer Spanish language services and are conveniently located in the Fan area of Richmond. Contact us online, call 804.335.0836 or toll-free at 866.676.3154.
