0
What are the consequences if a passenger leaves the scene of an accident?
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
Although it seems a little strange and might lead the investigating officers to look further into the circumstances, I am not aware of any law which requires that a PASSENGER in the vehicle(s) involved remain on the scene.
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
If a passenger leaves the scene of an accident can the passenger be charged?
I doubt it. The police might want to question a passenger as a witness to the accident. Also, the passenger might need medical attention, so it's best to stay at the scene of an accident.
What are consequences for passenger fleeing the scene of an accident?
This is hit and run and can result in jail time. If someone dies it can be man slaughter as well.Being a Passenger Fleeing the Scene of an accident with injury is a felony.Another View: Although it seems a little strange and might lead the investigating officers to look further into the circumstances, I am not aware of any law which requires that a PASSENGER in the vehicle(s) involved remain on the scene.
What happens if you flee the scene of an accident?
You may be arrested for being involved in a "Hit and Run" for which the legal consequences are extremely serious.
What is the penalty for leaving the scene of a car accident in Nebraska?
If a person leaves the scene of a car accident in Nebraska, she or he can be liable for a fine of up to $1,000 and one year in jail. If there was an injury, the penalty could be more severe.
If you are in an automobile accident in Mass and the other driver has revoked insurance and leaves the scene are you automatically not at fault?
No, if you were negligent, and 'at fault' you still are, however, if they leave the scene doesn't sound like you will have to fix their vehicle, but you could still have a 'chargeable' accident on your policy.
What does the legal term hit and run stand for?
Hit and run refers specifically to an auto accident in which Person A hits Person B and/or their car, and then leaves the scene of the accident without waiting for the police.
16 year old leaves scene of accident is this bad?
If he was one of the drivers, yes, jail time or loss of licence and fine are the punisment
What happens if you leave the scene of a accident?
If you are involved in the accident it is a crime to leave the scene, but if you are a witness or bystander there is no problem.
What is the definition of leaving the scene of an accident?
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.
Should you try to move accident victims from the scene true or false?
should you not try to move accident victims from the scene.
What is leaving the scene of an accident in tx?
This simply means that if you were involved in any type of accident and leave before authorities arrive, you have left the scene of an accident with out making a statement.
Can you write a sentence using the word accident?
There was an ambulance at the scene of the accident.
