HIT AND RUN

TThe attorneys at KAPLAN MARINO have represented professionals, entertainers, business owners, and others, arrested for Vehicular “Hit and Run.” “Hit and Run” can be charged as either a felony or a misdemeanor. The charging decision is based on whether there are injuries, or the case is limited to property damage.

At KAPLAN MARINO, we understand being in an automobile accident can be a very traumatic experience and everyone reacts differently. We have found that an immediate response to these cases can lead to positive results. We regularly speak to law enforcement investigators handling these cases and many times resolve the matter with them without the need to go to court. Identity of the driver is a necessary element in these cases. Proving who the registered owner of vehicle is not enough for a prosecution. Our experience and knowledge in these cases protect our clients, and lead to extraordinary results.

Confidentiality and discretion are top priorities for the attorneys at KAPLAN MARINO. We know that any contact with the criminal justice system can have collateral consequences. Unlike some firms, we do not seek out the media or attention. We provide each of our clients with a strategic style of aggressive and thorough representation.

Representative cases:

Our client hit a car in a parking lot and fled the scene. Witnesses described our client and took down his license plate. We contacted police prior to the filing of charges. We obtained the name of the other party and settled the matter. Our client never gave a statement to police. No charges were filed.

Our client got into a dispute after a fender bender with the other party and fled the scene. Significant damage resulted to the other vehicle. Prior to our representation the client admitted the accident to police. We appeared in court and reached a civil compromise with the other party. All charges were dismissed.

Our client hit a person crossing the street and fled the scene. The pedestrian was hospitalized and had several broken bones. When contacted by police the following day our client admitted to the accident. Due to the injuries the District Attorney sought a bail of $100,000. We convinced the court to release our client on his own recognizance. After a thorough investigation we were able to show that there was an issue as to liability. Our client received a grant of probation.

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Ventura County, CA: Camarillo, Moorpark, Oxnard, San Buenaventura, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks,
Westlake Village.

San Bernardino County, CA: Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Upland.