Many police officers and prosecutors believe a person who commits a hit and run is often under the influence (DUI). This is not always the case. Just this month Defense Attorney Matthew Ruff obtained a dismissal of hit and run charges for a client. The facts contained in the CHP report were:

“Party #1 was driving Vehicle #1 (Ford), northbound on I-605, south of Rose Hills in the #2 lane at a speed greater than 80 miles per hour to the right of Vehicle #2 (Tesla). Party #2 was driving Vehicle #2, northbound on I-605, south of Rose Hills Road in the #1 lane at approximately 80 miles per hour to the left of Vehicle #1. Party #1 made an unsafe turning movement (22107 CVC) to the left and the rear left of Vehicle #1 collided with the front right of Vehicle #2 (AO| #1). After the collision, Party #1 fled the scene and continued northbound on I-605 (20002(a)(1) CVC).”

The Tesla that was hit had dashcam video footage of the event that was turned over to the CHP. The video clearly showed the suspect vehicle colliding with the Tesla and fleeing the scene.

The client had no criminal record and a conviction would mean loss of her job. Matthew went to Court and worked out a dismissal of the charges with the District Attorney after showing the damage to the other vehicle was paid, see the actual Court record below:

A conviction for hit and run property damage in California can result in up to 6 months in jail, suspended license and thousands of dollars in fines.

Matthew Ruff is a Top Tier Defense Lawyer and Hit and Run defense attorney in Los Angeles. With over 30 years experience fighting for his clients. If you are looking for a lawyer to fight a felony or misdemeanor, DUI, hit and run or any other serious case Matthew can help.