Utah DUI Defense Lawyers: DUI Hit and Run Charges
In Utah, it is a crime to leave the scene of an accident. One of the many reasons why the state legislature prohibits a driver or passenger from leaving the scene of an accident is that many accidents are caused by drunk drivers.
However, many people do leave the scene of an auto accident for numerous reasons. In some cases, the person who has left the scene is later found at their home in a state of intoxication. At that point, they are arrested for a felony crime.
DUI hit and run is a class A misdemeanor that carries serious criminal penalties. The maximum penalty for a class A misdemeanor is up to one year in county jail. If the other driver has been seriously injured or killed, more serious charges can be filed.
What to Do if You are Charged with DUI Hit and Run
If you have been arrested for DUI hit and run, contact an attorney as soon as possible. Please remember that anything you say to the police can be used as evidence against you.
If you are facing criminal charges in Utah, contact the experienced DUI defense lawyers at the law offices of Kristopher K. Greenwood, LC. We have handled a significant number of DUI hit and run charges and know how to protect your rights. Schedule a free consultation with an attorney at our firm by contacting our law office in Ogden. Call 801-475-8800 or contact us by e-mail.
We Will Aggressively Defend Your Rights
DUI hit and run cases are often very difficult for the prosecution to prove. The problem for the police and the prosecutors is that it is often impossible to know if the driver was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident.
Even if a person is intoxicated at their home several hours after an accident, there is no way of knowing when they started to drink unless there are witnesses involved. Frequently, there are no witnesses in these cases, as the other driver is dealing with the shock of an auto accident and unable to assess the condition of the other driver.
At our firm, we hold prosecutors to their burden of proof. Our duty and loyalty is to our clients. We believe strongly that every person charged with a crime has a right to a vigorous defense. We have a strong record of results in our criminal defense practice because we aggressively defend our clients, thoroughly investigate each case, prepare meticulously for the possibility of trial and are not afraid to take a case to trial when necessary to protect our client's rights.
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If you have been charged with DUI hit and run or another drinking and driving charge, contact the experienced DUI defense attorneys at the law offices of Kristopher K. Greenwood, LC.
