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West Virginia child support laws under Chapter 48 (Domestic Relations) aim to “improve and facilitate support enforcement in this state, with the primary goal being to establish and enforce reasonable child support orders and thereby improve opportunities for children.” Last verified: February 2026 Quick Summary: West Virginia Child Support Model Used: Income Shares Formula Governing … Read more
Wyoming child support laws under Title 20, Chapter 2 require courts to enter orders for the maintenance of children in actions for paternity, support, and any other proceeding involving child support. The state uses the Income Shares Model with elements of the Melson Formula to ensure children receive appropriate financial support. Last verified: February 2026 … Read more
Last verified: January 2026. This page reflects current Texas Transportation Code Chapter 550 and applicable penalty classifications. Table of Contents Overview of Texas Hit and Run Laws Driver Duties After an Accident When Hit and Run Is a Misdemeanor When Hit and Run Is a Felony Penalties Summary Texas Crash Statistics Notable Cases Frequently Asked … Read more
Last verified: January 2026. This page reflects current Utah Code Sections 41-6a-401 through 41-6a-403 and applicable penalty classifications. Table of Contents Overview of Utah Hit and Run Laws Driver Duties After an Accident When Hit and Run Is a Misdemeanor When Hit and Run Is a Felony Penalties Summary Utah Crash Statistics Notable Cases Frequently … Read more
Last verified: January 2026. This guide reflects current Tennessee Code Title 55, Chapter 10. Table of Contents Quick Summary Penalties for Hit and Run in Tennessee Tennessee Crash Statistics Driver Duties After an Accident When Is Hit and Run a Misdemeanor? When Is Hit and Run a Felony? Notable Tennessee Hit and Run Cases Frequently … Read more
United States Hit and Run Laws by State United States Hit and Run Laws vary by state. Find out about your local Hit and Run Laws by selecting a state below. Penalities can vary from state to state however depending on circumstances prosecutors may charge the person committing a hit and run with either a … Read more
Last verified: January 2026. This guide reflects current South Carolina Code Title 56, Chapter 5. Table of Contents Quick Summary Penalties for Hit and Run in South Carolina South Carolina Crash Statistics Driver Duties After an Accident When Is Hit and Run a Misdemeanor? When Is Hit and Run a Felony? Notable South Carolina Hit … Read more
Last verified: January 2026. This guide reflects current South Dakota Codified Laws Chapters 32-34. Table of Contents Quick Summary Penalties for Hit and Run in South Dakota South Dakota Crash Statistics Driver Duties After an Accident When Is Hit and Run a Misdemeanor? When Is Hit and Run a Felony? Notable South Dakota Hit and … Read more
Is leaving the scene of an accident a felony in Rhode Island? For a first violation, under section 31-26-1 (death/injury), leaving the scene of an accident in Rhode Island without fulfilling the requirements of section 31-26-3 is a felony punishable by a maximum of ten years in prison and a $5000 fine. If the collision … Read more
What is the penalty for leaving the scene of an accident in Pennsylvania? A hit and run involving property damage is a misdemeanor of the third degree in Pennsylvania. In addition, if anyone dies or suffers serious injuries, leaving the scene of the accident is a felony. Quick take: leaving the scene of an accident … Read more