N.J.S.A. 39:4-129

Leaving the scene of an accident

Leaving an accident scene without completing legally required stops, information exchange, and assistance.

NJ MVC POINTS2 points; 8 when personal injury is involvedHigh-stakes
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Primary sources checkedNJ MVC and NJ Courts
Attorney reviewNot currently claimed
Last verifiedAugust 21, 2026
1

What happens if you’re convicted?

MVC assesses 2 points for no-injury cases and 8 points where personal injury is involved; additional license and court penalties may apply.

2

Do you have to go to court?

Court appearance is generally required. Seek individualized guidance promptly.

3

What should you check first?

  • Whether injury was alleged
  • Knowledge of collision
  • Compliance after stopping

WHAT THIS CHARGE ALLEGES

N.J.S.A. 39:4-129: read the exact wording.

Leaving an accident scene without completing legally required stops, information exchange, and assistance.

The exact subsection and the conduct written on the summons matter. Do not substitute a similar-sounding violation or assume that a point value describes every consequence.

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CHARGE-SPECIFIC CHECKLIST

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The items below are neutral record-checking prompts. They are not defenses or predictions about the result.

Check 1Whether injury was alleged
Check 2Knowledge of collision
Check 3Compliance after stopping

WHERE WAS THE TICKET ISSUED?

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Primary sources: New Jersey Legislature statute search · NJ Motor Vehicle Commission Points Schedule · NJ Courts municipal-court help · Official NJ municipal case search

Verified August 21, 2026. This page explains the listed charge generally. Subsections, prior history, license class, accident or injury facts when relevant, and companion charges can change the result.