Warrick |
03-31-2024 09:53 PM |
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Originally Posted by DJ's left nut
(Post 17465040)
From what I can tell, leaving the scene of an accident that doesn't involve serious bodily injury is just a misdemeanor.
Again - maybe just blind dumb luck, but that seems to be all he'd be looking at for the moment.
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Is Leaving the Scene of an Accident Considered a Felony?
If an accident involving death or severe bodily injury and the individual chooses to leave the scene, this may result in felony charges. A third-degree felony in Texas can result in prison time from two to ten years and fines of up to $10,000.
A lesser felony charge may result if the injuries are less severe in a hit and run Texas accident. A lesser felony charge could still result in up to one year in jail or five years in prison and possibly a fine of up to $5,000.
When is Leaving the Scene of an Accident in Texas Considered a Misdemeanor?
If the total damages caused in the car accident cost more than $200, a class B misdemeanor may be charged, which can result in up to six months in jail. This can also apply if the driver hits an unoccupied vehicle or causes damage to a structure or landscape and fails to attempt to report it to the owner reasonably.
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