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I have a wife and a three year old. Last weekend I got a ticket for failure to report an accident. That's up to 90 days in jail. I have a police record (not going in to detail), so I feel like the prosecutor is trying to make an example out of me. I've been a lurker for years and only have a new account. I just want some advice from you wonderful degenerates. There's really no way around jail time and I have no idea how to tell my wife. I'm scared for my family's well being without me, I'm the only "money maker" in the house, and I have no idea how they'll get by without me. I hope you "idealistic" people can help with, at least, a few ideas.
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Otherzach
FedeliskSkielskPardascoumbBaBarnd
Like ... you have to tell your wife. Spent time in jail, it sucks but what are you gonna do when she finds out and visits?
Spherik
Don't break the law asshole
digiorno88
its 3 months. and thats if they decide to put you in jail and not just fine the shit out of you
Phlapjack923
Cop here. What country/state are you in? There is a lot missing from this...
cocklesby
Not telling your wife, not reporting an accident, previous record. Look on the bright side, she may meet someone better when you're inside.
AJShepler
Bad news doesn't get better with age.
WellWellWellLookWhoItIs
Just tell her. The longer you wait, the less time she has to prepare.
coolbeanslooseit
I hope the judge gives you a fair and considerate punishment. But, you fucked up, and that's that. Tell your wife.
alwaysupvotechang
At least it's a proper use of the confession bear for once...
SushiPooper
I agree even though we aren't the ones who need to hear this confession.
GrummellGruman
As everyone's stated, let her know quickly. But also respectfully voice your concerns to the judge for your family's well being, it can help
FusRoDoodles
Play "I Fought The Law & The Law Won" for her out the blue and gauge her reaction. Or just be honest with her, I'm not an ideas guy.
TimberWolf141
You'd best tell her, and now. Stop talking to us. You'll leave your kid and her high and dry once your put away if your savings won't cover.
AlluNSL
Yeah, also, don't let her find out from a third party. That's always shit.
TimberWolf141
I'd also suggest getting a lawyer. Don't know the circumstances, but an appointed public defender often isn't in your best interest.
vuhjayjay
Could serving on weekends be an option?
chefdave31
If there's substance abuse in your record, go for in patient treatment. I did it and I'm a better person for it.
SometimesISayDumbShit
Why didn't you report the accident?
Wybo
Having your wife and child in the courtroom could actually help your cause
HUFLPUF
@OP check the statute. It might say "90 days in jail and/or $X fine". If it's your first offense maybe you'd just pay the fine
kaynewesticle
Well there's more he's not telling us. Failure to report alone wouldn't give you jail time. He was drunk/high or some one got hurt/car wreck
MyPatronusIsVernonDursley
Get a lawyer.
bigscarymonster
You're not going to get 90 days unless there's something incredibly heinous in your past. Make sure that either you or your lawyer, if you
bigscarymonster
Have one, ask the judge for work release. If your past indiscretion is something really stupid, you'll likely only get a few days.
CheeseKaiser
"failure to report an accident" I think Hit and Run is the term you're looking for?
MyFrontPorchInMississippi
Wait failure to report an accident is a thing?
DespiseEveryone
Translation: Hit and run.
MyFrontPorchInMississippi
oh shit okay. I thought it was like, seeing someone wrecked and not calling it in. I have committed several crimes if that was the case.
TrapsAreIllegal
The way I see it, you are getting what you deserve for being an idiot. Suck it up. Learn from it. Be a better person next time.
thisgirlisgoingtovegas
As a woman, my advice is be honest with her. The sooner you tell her, the sooner you guys can come up with a plan for while you're away. GL
TayTay051
A...a woman?
F0rger
You could stop breaking the law.
ANightAtTheCocksbury
Except--and bear with me on this one-- you go to prison for things you've already done.
F0rger
Maybe he should've stopped breaking the law sooner.
BobsonDugnuttJr
Lol
Roklur
You could always talk about work release too. I know somebody in a similar situation that is only staying the night in jail
yelwing
Is "failure to report an accident" your sugary way of saying "I hurt someone in a hit and run because I was drinking"? I'd put money on it.
RageCuddles
Crazy how so few people will take responsibility for their own actions.
WolfgangxZ
The longer you wait, the worse it gets. She needs time to look for a job to support herself. Tell he asap
BigBenThisHeresRubberDuck
This, op. I know it's no fun, but it's the right thing to do.
CatsAreOurGods
"honey, I have a court date coming up."
LadyYmir
staring Rick Moranis
FusRoDoodles
Nah, he doesn't act any more. I hear he settled down as a father. Lovely guy though.
Deadpoolio7
"Honey, I have a date coming up" "WHAT?!" "A court date. Bet you feel better now though eh?"
CatsAreOurGods
*facepalm* lol
FartsSmellBad
real advice: beg borrow or steal to get a real attorney. You aren't required to go to jail. You show remorse and stop fucking up.
thewastelands
Yep. Do this. It might be expensive but it’s better than the alternative.
IamNotaBlackMan
Maybe ignore the 'steal' part...
fragya3000
Username checks out.
kaynewesticle
Very true. Got caught for upper tier dui. Mandatory 7 days in jail in my state. Bought a kick ass lawyer. Knocked down to reckless driving
OnlyUpvoteButthole
Yea could you Please drive off a fucking bridge you piece of human garbage?
xedative
Fuck you. You deserved at least the mandatory.
TrijezniMujo
Next time, drink more so you can be sure to kill yourself you deplorable piece of shit.
WhoseDevelopmentIsArrestedAnyway
Glad you're ok but please never EVER drive impaired again. People die.
kaynewesticle
I know. I was a dumb kid. Didnt mean to sound like i was bragging. Just saying a good lawyer can really help you out.
TrijezniMujo
Fuck you, people like you are the worst. People like you killed an associate of mine last week and cripple thousands yearly.
kaynewesticle
Every single person has drove impaired. I guarantee you have. Drive tired, without your glass, texting, eating food, talking on the phone.
TrijezniMujo
I have not. When I am tired, I take a break and take a nap. I don't use my phone and I use my glasses due to being blind without 'em
TrijezniMujo
I also don't eat in my car because hygiene, I don't want breadcrumbs in my car. So yeah, I can say it, fuckers like you are despicable.
kaynewesticle
All are considered impaired driving. People make mistakes. Drunk driving has a bad stigma, as it should. But stuff like tired driving
kaynewesticle
Is just as bad and worse in some occasions