Hit & Run Charges In Edmonton

Failing to Remain at the Scene of an Accident

Leaving the scene of an accident is the most serious of all the charges under the Traffic Safety Act and is commonly called a "hit and run." A driver involved in an accident must remain at the scene or return quickly. If you have been in an accident with another person, you should call the police immediately. You are also required to offer assistance to anyone who is injured. If you hit an unattended vehicle, you need to stop and either locate or notify the vehicle's owner and provide them with your details. By failing to remain at the scene of a collision, you risk being charged under the Traffic Safety Act and, depending on the situation, the Criminal Code of Canada. If it can be proven that you fled the scene to avoid criminal or civil liability, the penalties will be much more severe.

WHAT ARE THE PENALTIES?

• Fines start at $405 and go up to $2,300

• 7 demerit points

• Possibly up to 6 months in prison under the Traffic Safety Act

• Up to 5 years in prison under the Criminal Code of Canada

WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?

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