Houston Hit & Run Attorney
Facing Hit & Run Charges in Houston?
Hit and Run - typically called leaving the scene of an accident - is a serious legal situation for an individual to face. If the only damage from the collision was to property, you will be facing a misdemeanor charge. Even if the accident was not your fault, there is a legal responsibility to stop and provide your contact information and render help if needed. If injuries or a death resulted from the accident, a felony charge could result.
In many cases involving an accident with injury, accident investigators assume that the driver left the scene because he or she was impaired by alcohol or drugs. As part of their investigation they will look into that possibility which could mean an additional charge. Regardless of the severity of the accident you should consult a Houston criminal defense attorney at once.
Hit & Run Lawyer in Houston
Our firm understands that there may be a valid reason for someone not stopping at the scene of an accident. For example, the driver may be unaware that there was a collision. Talking to an investigator without the advice of an experienced defense attorney is never advised and could create problems in defending your case. The purpose of a law enforcement investigation is to find evidence of guilt and provide it to a prosecutor. As former prosecutors we fully understand how the prosecution builds its case. After a thorough investigation of the circumstances of your accident a hit and run defense lawyer at our firm will work with you to design a strong defense strategy.
Each partner in our firm is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. As such we use all legal tools available to challenge the prosecution's case. Protecting your legal rights and your criminal record is our highest priority. Call Stradley, Chernoff & Alford for a free consultation with a skilled and experienced criminal defense lawyer.
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