Hit-and-run accidents are on the rise in Colorado, with a 22% increase in 2023, according to the Colorado State Patrol. This growing trend is alarming for those involved and carries severe legal repercussions for drivers who flee the scene. Whether it’s a minor property damage incident or a crash causing serious injury, failing to stay and provide your information can lead to heavy fines, jail time, and more.
What Constitutes
As Confucius once said, “the strength of a nation derives from the integrity of the home.”
The Fourth Amendment protects homes from unreasonable searches and seizures, reading:
“The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and