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Do you have to disclose an accident when selling a car in the state of California?

Yes, in the state of California, you are required to disclose any material facts about a car's condition, including any accidents, when selling it. This includes disclosing any accidents that resulted in damage to the car, even if the damage has been repaired. Here are the specific requirements for disclosing accidents when selling a car in California:

* You must disclose any accidents that resulted in damage to the car, even if the damage has been repaired. This includes accidents that were your fault, as well as accidents that were not your fault.

* You must disclose the date, time, and location of the accident.

* You must disclose the name and contact information of the other driver involved in the accident.

* You must disclose the extent of the damage to the car.

* You must disclose any repairs that have been made to the car.

You can disclose this information by providing a written disclosure statement to the buyer. The disclosure statement must be signed by both you and the buyer. You must also provide the buyer with a copy of the disclosure statement. If you fail to disclose an accident when selling a car in California, you could be liable for damages to the buyer. The buyer could also sue you for fraud or misrepresentation. In addition to the legal requirements, it is also ethically responsible to disclose any accidents when selling a car. By doing so, you are protecting the buyer and ensuring that they are making an informed decision about whether or not to purchase the car.