Arizona Hit-and-Run Attorney
Getting involved in a car crash can be frightening and overwhelming – possibly resulting in a fight-or-flight response that means you fail to fulfill your legal duties as a driver. No matter what the circumstances were, the lawyers at Corso Law Group can help you defend against criminal penalties for leaving the scene.
In Arizona, a hit-and-run is a serious criminal violation. If you’ve been arrested for this offense in Arizona, it is critical to contact our skilled Arizona criminal traffic lawyers for a free consultation.
Why Clients Trust Corso Law Group for Hit-and-Run Defense in Arizona
- Attorney Christopher Corso is a former Arizona prosecutor. He has an inside perspective on how the other side of a hit-and-run case works and can use this knowledge to your advantage.
- We provide outstanding support and aggressive legal representation to our criminal defense clients. We have achieved life-changing results through our hard work and dedication.
- Corso Law Group is home to Arizona’s most experienced traffic attorney. We utilize our courtroom strength (over 3,500 trial victories) to win and win often.
What Can a Hit-and-Run Defense Attorney in Arizona Help You With?
If you are being accused of striking another vehicle or person and fleeing the scene without stopping, a hit-and-run defense lawyer in Arizona can provide invaluable assistance and legal representation. Your lawyer can explain your charges and give you an honest look at potential penalties you may be facing.
After analyzing your situation and identifying potential holes in the prosecution’s case against you, your Arizona hit-and-run lawyer can build the best possible defense to protect you. Your lawyer will work to reduce your charges and minimize your penalties as much as possible, or to have the case dismissed entirely, depending on the circumstances.
What Is a “Hit-and-Run” in Arizona?
Arizona Revised Statutes §28-661 to §28-666 list specific legal responsibilities that all motor vehicle drivers have after getting involved in accidents. These duties include immediately stopping at the scene, notifying law enforcement, rendering aid and exchanging information. Drivers are required to remain at the scene until these duties are met. Leaving the scene early or without stopping is a crime.
The Consequences of Hit-and-Run Criminal Charges
State law makes fleeing the scene of an accident involving property damage a misdemeanor, while a hit-and-run involving death or physical injuries is a felony. Depending on the severity of the accident and any aggravating factors involved, a hit-and-run conviction in Arizona could result in penalties such as months or years in jail or prison, thousands of dollars in fines, driver’s license suspension, and restitution to the victim(s).
Potential Defenses in Hit-and-Run Cases
Working with a skilled criminal defense attorney during your hit-and-run case in Arizona can make a critical difference to its outcome. Your lawyer will strategize a strong defense based on the unique facts involved, such as arguing that you did not realize a car accident occurred, you were not the one driving the vehicle, you had an emergency that justified leaving or the prosecution has insufficient evidence for a conviction.
Contact Us 24/7 for a Free Hit-and-Run Consultation in Arizona
As your hit-and-run lawyers in Arizona, Corso Law Group will leave no stone unturned in your defense. We will thoroughly investigate your accident, handle court procedures for you, negotiate with prosecutors to help you avoid the most serious penalties, and minimize the long-term impact a hit-and-run arrest has on your life and future as much as possible.
Christopher Corso and his team of criminal defense attorneys are here for you during a hit-and-run criminal case in Arizona. Contact us 24/7 for a free case review.
