If I was charged for due diligence and leaving the scene of an accident, is it possible to get the charges dropped?
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If I was charged for due diligence and leaving the scene of an accident, is it possible to get the charges dropped?
It was close to 11 pm. I was going the speed limit, took a sharp turn, lost control of the vehicle and slid into the ditch. Tires were popped and the alignment is a little off now. This was all of 500 yards (maybe 750) away from my house. So I went ahead and went home, not knowing it was the law to report. Also, I needed some help to get the vehicle out of the ditch. I came back a few hours later after figuring out how we were going to get the truck out. There was a cop writing a ticket. I had not been drinking, nor was I under the influence of any narcotics or other drugs.
Asked on August 1, 2011 Nevada
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
From the facts contained within your question, it seems that you were charged with leaving the scene of an accident under Nevada law. You need to review the statute that you are charged with to ascertain if you actually violated the statute as written in your own mind.
Remeber, the prosecution has the burden of proof as to the criminal charges against you. You have the right to not tesitfy at trial under your consitutional right against self-incrimination. There are no real witnesses as to what happened with you when you were driving your car.
There is a pretty good chance that the charges could be dismissed against you from what you have written. However, you should probably consult with a criminal defense attorney to protect your interests as to the charges against you.
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