What happens if there are no witnesses?

If there is no evidence, no witnesses, no statements, nothing against you, then the Prosecutor would not have much of a case. If so, charges should be dismissed. If there really is no evidence whatsoever, an Attorney would be able to work to get the charges dismissed without having to go to trial.

Who are the only witnesses in a car accident?

In many car accident scenarios, the only witnesses are the drivers of each vehicle. In those situations it is usually the word of one driver against the other. Of course, if each driver believes the other to be at fault, the testimony of those drivers often doesn’t do much to help determine the true cause of the accident.

Can a lawsuit be filed if there are no witnesses?

Sometimes, however, accidents occur and there are no witnesses other than the people involved in the accident. It may quickly turn into a he said/she said arguing match when the police arrive at the scene. Even if there were no other witnesses, a lawsuit can be filed and recovery obtained in certain accident cases.

Can a witness prove the other driver was at fault?

Witness statements can be powerful evidence the other driver was at fault for the collision that caused your injuries. Witnesses who are not involved in the crash or connected with either driver are independent and unbiased. Unlike statements from drivers and their passengers,…

Can a witness change their testimony after a car accident?

Evidence of inconsistent testimony: If a witness testifies against you in court, unless they repeat exactly what they alleged after the crash, your attorney can use their prior written statement as evidence they’ve changed their story. Clear testimony: Your best witness may have a hard time remembering everything once they’re on the stand.

What to do if there are no witnesses to a car accident?

In short, regardless of the lack of witnesses, there are still steps you can (and should) take to support your claim. After any accident, the first thing you should do call 911 and notify police. Let the dispatcher know if there are any injuries. If you’re injured, wait for help to arrive.

Can a witness make a false statement in a car accident?

Courts assume that witnesses will not make false statements against their interests. So, if a driver hits your car and then runs up to say “I’m sorry that was my fault,” that statement can usually be entered into evidence.

Can a car accident claim be made without a police report?

Additionally, insurance claims can go forth without police reports under most circumstances. If the offending driver hasn’t fled the scene, a report sometimes isn’t necessary (if a driver has been injured, however, a report is required). It certainly helps, and it expedites the claim. However, it doesn’t bar the claim from going forward.