No you are not required to wait for police after a car accident. However depending on the severity of the accident you may want to consider waiting for police. If there are injuries or if either vehicle is blocking traffic you should wait for police. If the accident is minor and both vehicles are driveable you can exchange information and file a police report later.
Do you have to wait for police after a car accident?
It is advisable to wait for police after a car accident especially if there are injuries or damage to property.
What should you do if you are involved in a car accident?
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
Check for injuries and call 911 if necessary.
Exchange insurance information with the other driver.
Do not leave the scene of the accident until it is ok to do so.
What should you not do after a car accident?
Do not leave the scene of the accident until it is safe to do so.
Do not admit fault.
Do not argue with the other driver.
What are the penalties for leaving the scene of an accident?
The penalties for leaving the scene of an accident vary by state but can include fines jail time and the suspension of your driver’s license.
What should you do if you can’t exchange insurance information with the other driver?
If you are unable to exchange insurance information with the other driver you should call the police.
What should you do if you hit a parked car?
If you hit a parked car you should try to find the owner and leave a note with your contact information.
If you cannot find the owner you should call the police.
What should you do if you are in a minor car accident?
If the accident is minor and there are no injuries you should move your car to the side of the road and exchange insurance information with the other driver.
What should you do if you are in a car accident and no one is around?
If you are in a car accident and no one is around you should call the police.
What should you do if you are in a car accident and it is not your fault?
Call the police and exchange insurance information with the other driver.
What should you do if you are in a car accident and the other driver does not have insurance?
Call the police.
If you have uninsured motorist coverage you can file a claim with your insurance company.
What should you do if you are in a car accident and the other driver is at fault?
Call the police and exchange insurance information with the other driver.
What should you do if you are in a car accident and the other driver is not cooperative?
Call the police.
What should you do if you are in a car accident and the other driver is intoxicated?
Call the police.
What should you do if you are in a car accident and there is damage to your vehicle?
Call the police and exchange insurance information with the other driver.
What should you do if you are in a car accident and there are injuries?
Call 911 and wait for medical help to arrive.
Do not try to move the injured person.
Exchange insurance information with the other driver.
