Tragically, many hit-and-run drivers were driving without a license, driving
on a suspended license, under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or facing
other pressures that made leaving someone injured on the road seem preferable
to staying at the scene of the accident. However, in California, this
is a crime. Anyone found guilty of committing a hit-and-run will face
both criminal and administrative penalties, from jail time to steep fines.
Additionally, victims can seek fair compensation for their damages, including
medical expenses, future care costs, lost income/wages, and pain and suffering.