In general, you are required to file an accident report if you are involved in a car accident that results in:
* Injuries: Any injuries, regardless of how minor, must be reported to the police.
* Property damage: If the damage to your vehicle or another vehicle is more than $1,000, you must file a police report.
* Hit-and-run accident: If you are involved in a hit-and-run accident, you must file a police report even if there is no damage to your vehicle.
* Death: If anyone is killed in a car accident, you must file a police report.
Some states have additional requirements for filing accident reports. For example, in some states, you are required to file a report if you are involved in an accident that results in:
* Blocked roadway: If the accident blocks the roadway, you must file a police report.
* Vehicle towed: If your vehicle or another vehicle is towed from the scene of the accident, you must file a police report.
* Drunk driving: If you believe that the other driver was drunk or drugged, you must file a police report.
If you are required to file an accident report, you can usually do so online or by phone. You can also file a report in person at a police station.
When filing an accident report, you will need to provide the following information:
* Your name and contact information.
* The other driver's name and contact information.
* The date, time, and location of the accident.
* A description of the accident.
* The damage to your vehicle and the other vehicle.
* The names of any witnesses.
Filing an accident report is important because it helps the police investigate the accident and determine who was at fault. It can also help you protect your rights if you are injured in an accident.
