Leaving the Scene of an Accident

Tampa DUI Defense Attorney

Simple drunk driving offenses are looked upon very seriously in the state of Florida, and often carry stiff penalties. The offense becomes even more serious when an injurious or fatal accident is involved. Should the person leave the scene of that accident, they may face felony charges, especially if the other motorist has been killed. DUI manslaughter with a charge of leaving the scene can result in first-degree felony charges with penalties being levied that include fines of up to $10,000 and up to 30 years in prison.

In the event that you have been charged with leaving the scene of an accident in addition to being charged with DUI, it is crucial that you contact a Tampa criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. We can utilize our skill and experience to possibly secure a case outcome in which the charges against you are significantly reduced, or dismissed altogether.

Charged with leaving the scene of a DUI accident in Tampa?

A person charged with leaving the scene of an accident is not without options. By retaining the services of an attorney in their case, they can ensure their rights are protected and every defense opportunity is identified and implemented before the situation progresses further through the system. Our team at The Law Office of Timothy Hessinger possesses substantial experience in representing individuals in their DUI cases, from those involving leaving the scene to those that involve multiple DUI offenses.

We provide dedicated and focused legal service to every client we assist, and we get their side of the story across to increase their chances of a successful outcome to their case. Contact a Tampa DUI lawyer from our offices today about your leaving the scene charges, and we will fight tirelessly for a resolution that is advantageous to you.