WobblerCalifornia · Vehicle Code § 20001
Hit and Run (Injury)
Leaving a crash where someone got hurt without stopping to help or share your info.
Can be charged as a felony OR a misdemeanor.
What the prosecutor must prove
They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.
- 1You were in a crash.
- 2Someone was hurt or killed.
- 3You knew, or should have known.
- 4You did not stop, help, and give your info.
Possible punishment
Up to 1 year jail, or 16 months, 2, or 3 years. More if serious injury.
