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Is Failing to Stop After an Accident Illegal in Connecticut?
Under Connecticut state law, “evading responsibility” is illegal. In other words, failing to stop after hitting another vehicle, bicyclist, pedestrian, or someone’s property with your vehicle is a crime. Despite this, hit-and-run accidents still occur with alarming frequency. Why do people fail to stop after accidents? Some common reasons include:
- They were intoxicated or under the influence of drugs/alcohol
- They do not have the mandatory minimum auto insurance
- They were frightened or in shock after the crash
- They wish to avoid responsibility for the incident
Regardless of the reason for not stopping, hit and runs are always unlawful. If you were the victim of a hit-and-run accident, you should contact local law enforcement and file a police report. Provide any details you can remember about the car or driver that hit you. Even if you do not have any details of the incident, you should still file an official police report.