You just opened a letter from MPD informing you that your vehicle was involved in a “hit and run.” The cops are requesting an interview or asking you to send a written statement. You knew this might be coming but hoped it wouldn’t. Now what?
First, take a deep breath. This is not a minor traffic ticket. It’s a potential criminal charge called “Leaving After Colliding” (LAC), with possible jail time, fines, and license suspension.
Second, do NOT ignore it. The police won’t forget and avoiding them can lead to a warrant being issued for your arrest and U.S. Marshals coming to your door.
Third, and most importantly, DO NOT talk to the police without a lawyer. This is crucial. Anything you say, even seemingly innocent explanations, can be twisted and used against you in court.
Not next week, not after “figuring things out.” The sooner you have legal counsel, the better they can protect your rights from the start.
This gives us the details the police have, which may be surprisingly little.
We’ll handle communication, ensuring your rights are upheld and you’re not tricked into self-incrimination.
Every case is different. Maybe you weren’t driving, maybe the damage was minor, maybe there are mitigating circumstances. We explore all angles.