QUESTION
Can I be charged with fleeing the scene in UCMJ?
Asked on Dec 19th, 2012 on Automobile Accidents - South Carolina
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I was in a car with another individual who crashed his vehicle into a ditch in SC. He called police and reported the accident and i just walked away because i chose not to be a witness. Now my command is attempting to charge me with article 134 (fleeing the scene of an accident) to my understanding the elements do not meet these charges and they are putting me up for NJP.
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I do not believe it meets the definition of fleeing the scene of an accident under South Carolina Criminal Laws. However, it may violate some Military law or Code of Conduct.
Answered on Dec 20th, 2012 at 4:17 AM