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Is a hit-and-run a misdemeanor or a felony?

Is a hit-and-run considered a felony in the state of Alaska? I hit someone’s car last night and I panicked and drove away. I doubt if anyone saw me but I’m really worried that one of the apartments caught my plates on camera! Is a hit-and-run a misdemeanor or a felony?

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Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
In your case, the hit-and-run would most likely be considered a misdemeanor, not a felony. However, you can get a felony charge for a hit-and-run in
Alaska
if the accident results in bodily harm or death.
You can also get a felony charge if you were under the influence of alcohol or drugs at the time of the hit-and-run. However, this charge can be difficult to prove if the accident didn’t occur in the presence of witnesses.
If you are charged with a hit-and-run, you’ll probably see a significant increase in your monthly insurance premiums. To help with this, download
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Hopefully, you won’t have to face one of the more serious hit-and-run charges.
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