What is required when you are involved in an accident involving damage to a vehicle which is driven or attended by another person or damage to someone’s property? Well, you must provide the following information: (1) name, (2) address, (3) insurance company, (4) insurance policy number, and (5) vehicle license number. You must also exhibit your vehicle driver's license to the other person. Obviously, this information isn’t required if you are injured or incapacitated in the accident to such an extent that you are physically incapable of doing so. If you fail to comply with any of the outlined requirements listed herein, you could be found guilty of a gross misdemeanor, which carries with it 364 days in jail, a fine of $5,000, court oversight (probation) for up to two years, and a loss of privilege to drive for possibly up to one year. Why, because the law deems the incident a Hit and Run, RCW 46.52.020.
If you or a loved one is in a bind as a result of driving offense, immediately contact a Seattle Traffic Attorney. A Traffic lawyer is not going to judge you and understands that everyone makes mistakes. Hiring a Seattle Traffic Lawyer to help can – at a minimum – reduce penalties and can help direct people on how to best deal with their traffic charge, and many times even get them dismissed. So, it should go without saying that someone cited for a traffic offense, misdemeanor or felony should hire a qualified Seattle Traffic Lawyer as soon as possible. Infraction and criminal charges can cause havoc on a person’s personal and professional life. Anyone cited or charged with an infraction or a crime in Washington State should immediately seek the assistance of a seasoned Seattle Traffic Lawyer. SQ Attorneys can be reached at (425) 359-3791 and/or (206) 441-0900.