Hit And Run Defense

Summary

Leaving the scene of an accident in Washington can result in penalties. If you cannot afford a lawyer, consider exploring legal aid organizations that offer free or low-cost services. You may also represent yourself by gathering all relevant evidence, preparing a concise statement, and familiarizing yourself with legal procedures. If the other party is not pursuing damages, this may be beneficial to your case. Consider seeking pro bono legal assistance if available.

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Ive been charged with attended hit and run. I definitely handled it wring, but the lasy was over the top. I was at a complete stop at a light , and decided i wanted to turn rather than go straight. I turned my wheel all the way to the right while my foot was on the brake, then let my foot off slowly while edging out t I the right. I bumped her bumper. She got out loud and dramatic and said "you hit me! HOW fast were you going?". She demanded my license and i showed it to her. I told her who my insurance was through but dismt have my policy number. I told her we should pyll over as we were holding up traffi. She said she had all night. I moved to pull over and just left.
It sounds like you're dealing with a serious situation. In Washington, leaving the scene of an accident can lead to penalties. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
I have been quoted *, and am not eligible for a public defender. I cant affird a lawyer. What is my best way to handle this?
Handling a legal situation like this can be challenging. Here are some steps you might consider:
- Explore legal aid organizations in Washington that offer free or low-cost services.
- Consider representing yourself and research legal procedures thoroughly.
- Check if there are any pro bono lawyer programs available.
Would you like more information on legal aid organizations in your area?
Represent myself and just say what happened? I didnt note the damage, but knew there couldnt be any. I called her abd wanted to pay for any damage and she said there wasnt any and she wasnt pursui g it.
Representing yourself can be daunting, but here are some steps you can take:
- Gather all evidence and documents related to the incident, such as your insurance details and any communication with the other party.
- Prepare a concise statement of what happened.
- Familiarize yourself with Washington's legal procedures for your case.
- Consider bringing any witnesses or evidence that can support your account.
If you'd like more information on legal aid organizations or pro bono programs in Washington, I can help with that!