Virginia Beach Hit & Run Defense Attorneys
Experienced Defense for Hit & Run Charges in Virginia Beach
Facing a hit and run charge in Virginia Beach can have serious consequences, particularly when an accident involves injuries or significant property damage. McCormack & McCormack provides experienced criminal defense representation for drivers accused of leaving the scene of an accident and other traffic-related offenses.
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Virginia Hit & Run Laws
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Every driver knows that they must follow certain rules when driving on the road. If you want to operate a motor vehicle, you must:
- Have a license and insurance
- Follow traffic laws
Many people neglect these rules or obligations, cutting corners when they can. If you forgot your license at home, you may decide to keep driving instead of turning around. Other drivers may choose to go over the speed limit in areas they know police officers don’t patrol. In some cases, ignoring these obligations can lead to serious consequences.
Virginia state law has specific regulations on accidents, including the conduct of both drivers. They are both required to pull over as soon as possible and exchange information with each other. If one driver has been killed or severely injured, the other driver must report it right away, offering assistance to the other person.
What Constitutes a Hit & Run?
If one driver flees the scene of the accident without exchanging information or checking up on the injured person, they have violated §46.2-941 through §46.2-897 of Virginia’s hit and run laws. Both of these laws state that each driver must attend to the other, ensuring that they are safe or out of harm’s way. They must also exchange information and report the accident as soon as possible. Depending on whether a party is injured, or the amount of damage to property, you may be charged with either a felony or a misdemeanor for leaving the scene of an accident. If you are facing charges for a hit and run, talk with a Virginia Beach criminal defense lawyer right away.
What are the Penalties for Hit & Run
If you are involved in an accident, yet fail to report it or check on the other driver, you may be charged with a hit and run. If the other person wasn’t injured but there was damage to their property, you would still be responsible for exchanging information, such as insurance and phone numbers. If no one was injured and minimal property damage was incurred, you may be charged with a Class 1 misdemeanor. If you are convicted of a hit and run misdemeanor, you may also have to pay fines and spend up to one year in jail.
In cases where the other individual was seriously injured, you may be charged with a Class 5 felony. This type of felony conviction may include a maximum of 10 years in jail and up to $2,500 in fines. If the other person was killed, it may result in a Class 1 felony conviction. Punishment may include imprisonment for life and up to $100,000 in fines.
Regardless of the type of charges you are facing for your hit and run accident, McCormack & McCormack is prepared to help. With more than four decades of combined experience, we will work hard to ensure that you receive the best results possible.
Contact our firm today to schedule a free consultation.
Proven Defense Lawyers
with Decades of Experience
When you are facing hit & run charges, experience matters. McCormack & McCormack has decades of combined experience representing clients in serious criminal matters throughout Virginia.
Our attorneys bring extensive courtroom experience and backgrounds that include military prosecution and defense, civilian criminal litigation, federal court practice, and law enforcement. That experience gives our team valuable insight into how criminal cases are investigated, prosecuted, and defended.
Whether you are facing a hit & run charge or another traffic-related offense, our attorneys work to understand the circumstances of your case and develop a defense strategy tailored to your situation.
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Greg D. McCormack
OF COUNSEL
Greg D. McCormack is a former U.S. Army Judge Advocate with decades of experience representing military and civilian clients in complex criminal, administrative, and federal matters. Known for his aggressive courtroom advocacy, sharp cross-examination skills, and straightforward approach, Greg has successfully represented thousands of clients throughout his career and is committed to providing honest, relentless defense for every client he serves.
Jarrett L. McCormack
President
Attorney Jarrett L. McCormack focuses on criminal defense in state and federal courts, with extensive experience representing current and former military members, including cases involving security clearances and military disciplinary actions. Known for his analytical approach and aggressive courtroom advocacy, Jarrett is committed to developing the strategy that best positions each client for success.
Robert W. Canoy Jr.
Senior Attorney
Attorney Robert Canoy brings more than a decade of criminal litigation experience, including 11 years as an active-duty military Judge Advocate. He has served as both a trial defense counsel and prosecutor, handling more than 500 criminal cases ranging from minor offenses to serious charges including sexual assault and homicide. Now with McCormack & McCormack, he continues to serve as a JAG officer in the military reserves, bringing extensive courtroom and military legal experience to every case.
Drew T. Lail
ASSOCIATE Attorney
Attorney Drew T. Lail is an associate at McCormack & McCormack, representing clients in family law, criminal defense, and traffic matters. A former U.S. Navy aircraft structural mechanic and federal police officer, Drew brings firsthand military and law enforcement experience to his legal practice. He earned his J.D. from Regent University School of Law and is admitted to practice in all Virginia courts. Known for his dedicated and practical approach, Drew works to provide strong advocacy tailored to each client’s unique circumstances.
