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HIT AND RUN
Orange County Criminal Lawyer
( California Vehicle Code Sections 20001, 20002)

A client of Will Bruzzo's recently got probabation in a hit and run case that received considerable publicity. Read about the Long Beach hit and run probation case in the Long Beach Press Telegraph.

Testimonials

I was charged with hit and run (Vehicle Code Section 20002) for striking a vehicle and leaving the scene.  I hired Attorney William Bruzzo to represent me in this case as I was told he is very familiar with the courts and the district attorneys in Orange County. In the end Mr. Bruzzo was able to negotiate a disposition where the District Attorney agreed to DISMISS THE CASE after I took a class.  I am truly grateful to Mr. Bruzzo for his representation in this matter as it spared me from going to jail and having a conviction on my record as it would greatly affect my teaching career. I would enthusiastically recommend Mr. Bruzzo for any criminal matter.

EH
Date: 1/21/10

I was charged with one count of hit and run (Vehicle Code Section 20002(a)) for causing more then $5,000.00 in damages then allegedly leaving the scene. I could have faced up to 6 months in jail  I hired Attorney William Bruzzo to represent me in this case as I was told he is very familiar with the judges,  courts and the district attorneys in Orange County. Mr. Bruzzo spoke with the District Attorney but felt he could get a better deal so he turned to the Judge and in the end negotiated a civil compromise (Penal Code Section 1377) whereby the victim was compensated and the case was DISMISSED. I am truly grateful to Mr. Bruzzo for his representation in this matter as it spared me from going to jail and having a conviction on my record. Also, this case could have been filed as a felony yet remained in the misdemeanor court. As such, I would enthusiastically recommend Mr. Bruzzo for any criminal matter.

MH
12/1/09

I was charged with felony hit and run (Vehicle Code Section 20001(a)) and three additional counts of felony reckless driving (Vehicle Code 23105(a). [Maximum Prison time of 5 years] I was alleged to have driven in a reckless manner injuring my four passengers and then left the scene. The District Attorney initially wanted to send me to prison. I hired Attorney William Bruzzo to represent me in this matter as I know he is an excellent attorney who fights for his clients. Mr. Bruzzo fought very hard for me with the result that I got the felony hit and run (Vehicle Code Section 20001(a) DISMISSED; I pled guilty to one count of reckless driving (Vehicle Code Section 23105(a) and I was permitted to do my time on home confinement. This was a very good result and I am very grateful to Mr. Bruzzo. I would enthusiastically recommend him for any criminal matter.

KA
11/13/09                                                                                            

I was charged with hit and run (Vehicle Code Section 20002); I was alleged to have run into another vehicle and left the scene. In addition, a witness said that I was intoxicated. This crime carries a maximum of 6 months in jail. I hired Attorney William Bruzzo to represent me in this case as I was told he is very familiar with the courts and the district attorneys in Orange County. Mr. Bruzzo went to court several times in order to negotiate my case. In the end Mr. Bruzzo was able to negotiate a disposition where the District Attorney agreed to DISMISS THE CASE after I took a class.  I am truly grateful to Mr. Bruzzo for his representation in this matter as it spared me from going to jail and having a conviction on my record. I would enthusiastically recommend Mr. Bruzzo for any criminal matter.

RW                                                                                         
9/14/09

I was charged with three counts of hit and run (Vehicle Code Section 20002) for striking three different vehicles and leaving the scene.  I hired Attorney William Bruzzo to represent me in this case as I was told he is very familiar with the courts and the district attorneys in Orange County. In the end Mr. Bruzzo was able to negotiate a disposition where the District Attorney agreed to DISMISS THE CASE after I took a class.  I am truly grateful to Mr. Bruzzo for his representation in this matter as it spared me from going to jail and having a conviction on my record. I would enthusiastically recommend Mr. Bruzzo for any criminal matter.

RV                                                                                                             8/12/09        

A Member of my family was charged with hit and run as a misdemeanor (Vehicle Code Section 20002) which carries a maximum sentence of  6 months in jail and a fine of $1,000.00; he was also charged with reckless driving (Vehicle Code Section 23103) which carries a maximum of 90 days in jail and a $1,000.00 fine.  These charges arose when he struck two other cars in traffic and fled the scene. We hired Mr. Bruzzo while the police were still investigating the crime and before the matter went to court. Mr. Bruzzo acted as our liaison with the police and he instructed us that all communication should go through him. When the matter finally went to court Mr. Bruzzo appeared in court without us and began negotiating the matter with the District Attorney. Mr. Bruzzo also began speaking with the victims in the case. In the end Mr. Bruzzo was able to negotiate a disposition wherein the victim(s) accepted a certain amount of money and the District Attorney agreed to DISMISS THE CASE.  I am truly grateful to Mr. Bruzzo for his representation in this matter as it spared my family member possible jail time and a conviction. I would enthusiastically recommend Mr. Bruzzo for any criminal matter.

I was charged with a “Hit and Run” misdemeanor offense (Vehicle Code Section 20002), which carries a possible sentence of 6 months in jail and a fine of $1,000.00.  I had an accident causing about $2,500.00 in damage to property and then left the scene without reporting the matter or leaving my information with the other driver.  I hired the Law Offices of William W. Bruzzo because of his experience in defending people charged with hit and run.  After the prosecuting attorney refused to drop the charges against me, my attorney worked with the victim to resolve the case as a civil compromise and then convinced the court to DISMISS the charges after my attorney got the victim to inform the court that she did not wish for me to be prosecuted.  I would highly recommend the Law Offices of William Bruzzo for any hit and run or criminal matter.

TTT                                                                                                 Date: 4/11/07

I was accused of violating Vehicle Code Section 20002 (Hit and Run) out of the Orange County Superior Court when I failed to exchange information after colliding with another vehicle.  The damage was so minor, I did not expect it to even be reported.  However, the District Attorney filed misdemeanor criminal charges against me.  Attorney William W. Bruzzo made several appearances in court and then negotiated a deal with the District Attorney and the owner of the other vehicle to pay for the minor repairs and then the case was DISMISSED.  His actions saved me from up to 6 months in jail and kept me from receiving a misdemeanor conviction.

SH                                                                                                       Date:10/16/06

I  was charged with hit and run as a misdemeanor (Vehicle Code Section 20002) which carries a maximum sentence of  6 months in jail and a fine of $1,000.00. I had had an accident causing about $3,300.00 in damage to property, then the police alleged I left the scene without reporting the matter or leaving my information. In addition I  have a prior criminal record. I hired Attorney William W. Bruzzo because of his experience defending people charged with hit and run. Mr. Bruzzo convinced the court to give me a CIVIL COMPROMISE wherein Mr. Bruzzo spoke with the property owner and managed to get him to agree not to pursue charges in exchange for being fully compensated for his damages. The District Attorney then DISMISSED the case against me.  I would highly recommend Mr. Bruzzo for any hit and run or criminal matter.

CV
Date: 7/17/06

I  was charged with hit and run as a misdemeanor (Vehicle Code Section 20002) which carries a maximum sentence of  6 months in jail and a fine of $1,000.00. I had had an accident causing about $1,200.00 in damage to the other vehicle then left the scene without exchanging information. I hired Attorney William W. Bruzzo because of his experience defending people charged with hit and run. Mr. Bruzzo convinced the court to give me a CIVIL COMPROMISE wherein Mr. Bruzzo spoke with the person I hit and managed to get him to agree not to pursue charges in exchange for being fully compensated for his damages. The District Attorney then DISMISSED the case against me. Notably, I NEVER APPEARED IN COURT as Mr. Bruzzo managed to get the case dismissed without my ever having to appear. I would highly recommend Mr. Bruzzo for any hit and run or criminal matter.

Client was accused of violating Vehicle Code Section 20002 (Hit and Run) out of the Orange County Superior Court when he collided with another vehicle, causing property damage and then failed to stop to exchange information. Despite the fact the client was clearly in violation of the law Attorney William W. Bruzzo used his familiarity with the court and the local Deputy District Attorney to negotiate a deal where the Defendant completed 15 days of work for the county and the case was DISMISSED. Were it not for Mr. Bruzzo’s skill in negotiating this agreement the client would have had a conviction, been subject to fines and faced up to 6 months of jail.

HIT AND RUN ( California Vehicle Code Sections 20001, 20002)

Client was accused of violating Vehicle Code Section 20002 (Hit and Run) out of the Orange County Superior Court when he failed to exchange information after colliding with another vehicle. Attorney William W. Bruzzo made several appearances in court and then negotiated a deal with the District Attorney whereby the client paid $500.00 and the case was DISMISSED. This resolution saved the client from up to 6 months in jail and spared him from receiving a misdemeanor conviction for this crime.

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