Contact Kern Law, APC, Today: 619-200-2808
Kern Law, APC, has defended clients for over 20 years in the fight against Hit and Run charges, Vehicle Code Section 20002(a), in San Diego County. Hit and Run allegations in San Diego are serious, especially when law enforcement claims someone was injured. Under California Vehicle Code § 20002(a), leaving the scene of an accident without fulfilling your legal duties can lead to criminal charges, even if the collision itself was minor. Failing to do so, even if the accident was not your fault, can result in a Hit and Run charge. Fault for the accident is irrelevant. The crime is leaving the scene, not causing the collision.
What the District Attorney Must Prove:
- While driving, the person was involved in a vehicle accident;
- The accident caused damage to someone else’s property;
- The person driving knew that they had been involved in an accident that caused property damage (or knew from the nature of the accident that it was probable that property had been damaged); AND
- The person willfully failed to perform one or more of the following duties:
- To immediately stop at the scene of the accident; OR
- To immediately provide the owner or person in control of the damaged property with their name and current address.
Penalties for Hit and Run Under VC 20002(a)
If convicted in San Diego County, the penalties may include:
- Up to one year in county jail
- Criminal record
- Informal probation
- Fines up to $1000
- License consequences
- Paying restitution
How Can Kern Law, APC, Help:
As an experienced criminal defense attorney with over 20 years of criminal defense practice, I understand how to fight the charges and protect your rights. If you are facing allegations under Vehicle Code § 20002(a), do not take chances because the consequences can follow you for years. Contact my office today for a free consultation. 619-200-2808