What punishment is given for failure to take measures after a traffic accident by fleeing?

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Hello. I caused a drunk driving accident and was so flustered at the time that I just left the scene... A few days later I got contacted by the police and complied with the investigation, and I heard I could face criminal punishment for drunk hit-and-run resulting in injury. I understand the other party wasn't seriously injured, but is the possibility of actual prison time still high? I'm wondering how to respond to be less disadvantaged.

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If you fled after a contact accident at an intersection refusing insurance processing and contact information exchange, this may constitute failure to take measures after an accident under the Road Traffic Act.

When an accident occurs, the driver must take all necessary measures such as rescuing the injured, and must inform the victim of their name, phone number, address, etc.

Leaving the accident scene without such measures after causing an accident can be legally problematic, and the victim can receive compensation for property damage.

Failure to take measures after an accident can result in a fine of up to 15 million won or imprisonment of up to 5 years.

As in your case, if you reported the accident to the police, and made accurate statements about the situation, the investigative agency will identify the motorcycle vehicle owner and begin investigation.

Therefore, you should receive an accurate damage diagnosis at the hospital and also check the damaged parts of the vehicle.

After that, you can claim damages including treatment costs, repair costs, etc.

With the assistance of a hit-and-run specialist attorney, please organize nearby CCTV footage and dashcam evidence, clearly explain the accident circumstances, and proceed with damages claims for personal/property damages and appropriate criminal punishment.