06/09/2026
The penalties for a hit-and-run case in Louisiana depend on the severity of the accident and whether anyone was injured or killed.
If the accident resulted in property damage only, the hit-and-run offense is usually considered a misdemeanor, and the penalties can include fines, license suspension, and up to six months in jail.
If someone was injured or killed in the accident, the hit-and-run offense is considered a felony, and the penalties are more severe.
The driver may face fines, imprisonment, and the revocation of their driver's license, in cases where the hit-and-run results in a fatality, the driver can face up to 30 years in prison.
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