Can any legal action be bought against you if you claimed that you took someone away from the scene of an accident, because they were drunk. If so What?
2007-01-13 02:01:06 · 12 answers · asked by markell 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
Sorry if it was unclear.
My Partner has been sacked as he had a road accident in a company vehicle and after the accident had happened two people who know the employer (my partners uncle) are claiming that they took him away from the scene as he had been drinking and they didnt want him to get into trouble. What actually happened was i picked my partner up from the scene and i know he hadnt been drinking as i would have smelt it myself. These witnesses are willing to swear on this , i can prove that they didnt take him from the scene, and if they could get into trouble for saying this i would like to let them know before they submit there statement.
2007-01-13 02:28:50 · update #1
If that person was involved in the accident and/or the cause of it, you should inform the police straight away. The fact that they were drunk is not a good excuse. You will be charged with obstructing the course of justice, not to mention collusion. Get in touch with the police straight away, explain the situation to them, say you did not realise the seriousness of your actions, apologise and hope for the best.
2007-01-13 02:17:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the two who claimed to have taken him away told the poliece that story, they could be charged with filing a false report. Otherwise the best you can do is sue them for slander. You should probably only do that if you can proove that he wasn't drunk, because leaving the scene of an accident without filing a police report is bad enough for him to get sacked, especialy if he was in a company vehicle.
2007-01-13 13:17:03 · answer #2 · answered by April C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If both you and the drunk were in any way involved (except as witnesses to the accident) then you both will face charges. If he wasn't driving, or the cause of the accident you will face more charges than he does. If this is the case you are looking at rather hefty fines and/or imprisonment.
2007-01-13 10:46:39 · answer #3 · answered by willowGSD 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A criminal charge of aiding and abetting or accessory can usually be brought against anyone who helps in the commission of a crime, though legal distinctions vary by state. A person charged with aiding and abetting or accessory is usually not present when the crime itself is committed, but he or she has knowledge of the crime before or after the fact, and may assist in its commission through advice, actions, or financial support. Depending on the degree of involvement, the offender's participation in the crime may rise to the level of conspiracy.
For example, Andy draws a floor plan of a bank, knowing of Dan's intention to rob it. After Dan commits the robbery, Alice agrees to let him store the stolen money at her house. Both Andy and Alice can be charged with aiding and abetting, or acting as accessories to the robbery
2007-01-13 10:10:07 · answer #4 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Can you clarify your question? It makes no sense, are you saying that you are claiming you took someone away from accident scene that was drunk? I mean are you looking to get locked up and this is your best try?
2007-01-13 10:06:50 · answer #5 · answered by Lt. Dan reborn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Perverting the Course of Justice...... 7 long years maximum if convicted !
2007-01-17 06:11:05 · answer #6 · answered by clifton_66 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes.http://criminal.findlaw.com/crimes/a-z/aiding_abetting_accessory.html
2007-01-13 10:05:42 · answer #7 · answered by Shayna 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
aiding and abetting would mean you helped him commit the offence which you didnt, if you're charged it would be for a different offence, your part in this sounds minimal to what i understand and you will not likely be charged for anything
2007-01-15 04:17:09 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Remember: Lie for no-one. No-one should even expect you to cover or lie for them when the chips are down. Unless of course, they are mice.
2007-01-13 10:13:04 · answer #9 · answered by breezinabout 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if they were in the accident yes you will be charged
2007-01-13 10:08:08 · answer #10 · answered by angie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋