I was involved in a crash i was not the driver when the cops showed up my friend got scared and said i was the driver

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   David B Pittman

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   Answered March 10, 2013 17:39. You need to consult a criminal lawyer ASAP. These are serious charges.

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   Christian LassenPro

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   Answered March 10, 2013 19:18. Retain a local criminal lawyer, and don't post anything incriminating.

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   Kevin ColuccioPro

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   Answered March 10, 2013 18:21. Contact an attorney right away to review the matter with you. I would suggest not giving any statement until you have talked with an attorney..

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   Elizabeth HerdPro

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   Answered March 11, 2013 06:03. Contact Rick Silverman in Tampa who, if he does not handle cases in Inverness, could recommend someone closer to you.

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   Lars A. Lundeen

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   Answered March 11, 2013 10:35. You might be able to beat this, however, I suggest you retain criminal defense counsel to defend this charge. You also should subpoena the actual driver and get the driver to admit to the court that you were not driving. Your attorney will be able to issue the appropriate subpoenas.
   
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