What Evidence is Used in Vehicular Homicide Cases? A Defense Attorney Explains
What Evidence is Used in Vehicular Homicide Cases? A Defense Attorney Explains Vehicular homicide cases are among the most complex criminal proceedings in our justice system, involving multiple types of evidence and requiring extensive legal expertise to defend against. As experienced criminal defense attorneys, we regularly see how prosecutors build these cases – and more importantly, how they can be effectively challenged. This article breaks down the key types of…
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YOU COULD BE CHARGED WITH A HIT-AND-RUN 6 YEARS AFTER THE INCIDENT
YOU COULD BE CHARGED WITH A HIT-AND-RUN 6 YEARS AFTER THE INCIDENT The idea that you could face legal consequences for an incident that occurred years ago is unsettling. In California, this is the reality for those involved in hit-and-run incidents due to Assembly Bill 184. This legislation has redefined how long the shadow of a hit-and-run can loom over individuals in the state. Whether you’re learning about this for…
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How Wallin & Klarich Can Successfully Fight A Hit-And-Run Charge For You – Vehicle Code Sections 20001, 20002
How Wallin & Klarich Can Successfully Fight A Hit-And-Run Charge For You - Vehicle Code Sections 20001, 20002 Facing a felony hit-and-run charge in California can be a life-altering experience. This comprehensive guide aims to help you understand the complexities of such a charge, the steps you need to take, and how to build a strong defense. Whether you are newly accused or already in the midst of legal proceedings,…
Read MoreWhat Evidence Does A Prosecutor Need To Charge You With Hit and Run? [20002 VC]
What Evidence Does A Prosecutor Need To Charge You With Hit and Run? [20002 VC] With so many cars on the freeways, streets, and roads every day, eventually there will be a moment where two or more vehicles try to occupy the same space at the same time. When these accidents happen, it is customary for both parties to stop, pull over and exchange insurance information. However, sometimes, one party…
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What are the Legal Defenses to Hit & Run?
What are the Legal Defenses to Hit & Run? Although the deck is stacked against any criminal defendant due to the vast resources available to the prosecution, a variety of possible defenses to hit & run in California may be appropriate in a specific case. An experienced hit & run attorney in Orange County can explain that the prosecution must prove each element of the charged crime beyond a reasonable…
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Is Hit and Run a Felony in California? (CVC 20001 and CVC 20002)
Is Hit and Run a Felony in California? (CVC 20001 and CVC 20002) A hit and run incident occurs once every 18 minutes in Los Angeles, according to a report by NBC 4 LA’s Investigation team. The frequency of hit and run incidents leads many people to believe that hit and run is not a serious crime in California. However, that is simply not true. In fact, depending on the…
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California Hit and Run Statute of Limitations Extended
California Hit and Run Statute of Limitations Extended According to various reports, Los Angeles experiences more hit-and-run accidents than any other city in the country. An investigation by L.A. Weekly found that about 48 percent of crashes in Los Angeles were hit-and-runs in 2009.1 The Los Angeles Police Department investigates approximately 20,000 hit-and-run incidents annually. On a national level, about 11 percent of traffic collisions are hit-and-runs.2 In California, it…
Read MoreWhat to Do If You are Involved in a Hit and Run (California Vehicle Code Section 20002)
What to Do If You are Involved in a Hit and Run (California Vehicle Code Section 20002) With streets and freeways jammed with cars 24 hours a day, seven days a week, Californians know that getting into an accident is always a possibility. Getting distracted for even a second can lead you to drive into another car or up onto the curb and onto someone’s property. What happens if, in…
Read MoreI Face Hit and Run Charges – CVC 20001-20002
I Face Hit and Run Charges – CVC 20001-20002 A car accident can easily turn into a hit and run. California law requires you to stop your car, clear it from traffic if possible, and exchange insurance information with any other drivers involved in the accident. If you only hit an inanimate object or parked car, you must still try to locate the owner of the damaged property/car or leave…
Read MoreI Was Involved In A Hit And Run Accident Causing The Death Of Another (CVC 20001, PC 192)
I Was Involved In A Hit And Run Accident Causing The Death Of Another (CVC 20001, PC 192) If you are involved in a hit and run accident causing the death of another, you will not automatically be charged with vehicular manslaughter. Although the two crimes sometimes involve similar circumstances, they are not identical. Difference Between Hit And Run And Vehicular Manslaughter To convict you of a hit and run…
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