If a person runs you over and then puts you in his truck an drops you off at the hospital and leaves without providing any information, was a crime commited?
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If a person runs you over and then puts you in his truck an drops you off at the hospital and leaves without providing any information, was a crime commited?
Asked on August 31, 2012 under Criminal Law, Texas
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M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Yes, I believe that he could still be charged under the law but the way that the law is worded and the interpretation of the law in cases matters here. Is it "leaving the scnene of a crime or accident"? Maybe not technically but you have an obligation to report all accidents and give information as a driver under most state laws. Get help.
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