It depends upon the wording of the statute in your particular state - but - not a good idea. As a general rule - in the case of a personal injury collision - you are required to stay on the scene until the arrival of an investigator. Your intentions MAY have been good - BUT - who knows what YOUR condition was at the time. Perhaps you were impaired and didn't wish to be interrogated and/or found out?
Yes, leaving the scene of an accident, especially if there are injuries or significant property damage, is considered a crime in most jurisdictions. It is important to stay at the scene, check for injuries, and report the accident to authorities.
Do not leave the scene. Call the police immediately!! After which you would contact your insurance company. Leaving the scene of an accident is a felony in most state in the US. It is known as "Hit and run", or "leaving the scene of an accident."
Do not leave the scene. Call the police immediately!! After which you would contact your insurance company. Leaving the scene of an accident is a felony in most state in the US. It is known as "Hit and run", or "leaving the scene of an accident."
That's leaving the scene of an accident and can be considered a felony. They can run the plates on the car and find you anyway. It's best to turn yourself in. If anyone was injured, you may also be charged with leaving the scene of an accident with injuries and/or failure to render aid.
The definition of leaving the scene of an accident is a person who flees an accident after being part of it. They drive off without giving insurance information or waiting for the police to arrive at the scene.
If your involved you'll be charged with leaving the scene, if they was injuries it's far worse. Depending on the state and the severity of the accident you could get a warrant issued to you.
LSA = Leaving the Scene of an Accident
$500
Leaving the Scene of a Property Damage Accident
It is illegal to leave the scene of an accident without providing full and accurate contact information. If the police are called, you need to wait for them to allow you to leave. Leaving can result in criminal charges. For a minor accident, with no injuries and no damage other than to the cars themselves, you can exchange information and agree with the other driver to file a police report.
Leaving the scene of an accident in Minnesota is punishable by a fine starting at $500. If a person is injured or dies as a result of the accident the fine can be much higher and even prison time can be assessed for this offense.
Leaving the Scene of an Accident