![]() ![]() When you have a collision, report it to DMV using an SR-1 report. Report the collision by completing a Report of Traffic Accident Occurring in California (SR-1) to DMV within 10 days if there is more than $1000 in damage to the property of any person, or anyone is injured (no matter how slightly) or killed.You or your insurance agent, broker, or legal representative must do the following: When the driver of a vehicle involved in a collision is physically unable to report a collision to the police or CHP, any occupant who was in the vehicle at the time of the collision shall make the report on behalf of the driver. Report the collision in writing to the police or CHP immediately if anyone is killed or injured and law enforcement was not present at the scene.Immediately report the collision to the police or, in unincorporated areas, to CHP. If you can’t find the owner, leave a note with your name and address (and name and address of the owner of the vehicle you are driving) in the vehicle or securely attached to it. Try to find the owner if you hit a parked vehicle or other property.If you can’t find the owner, immediately call the nearest humane society, police, or CHP. ![]() Pull over to the side of the road and stop if you kill or injure an animal.If you do not move your vehicle or have it removed from the street or highway, any peace officer or authorized personnel may have your vehicle removed and impounded. Move your vehicle off the street or highway if no one is injured or killed.If you do not have it, you will receive a citation and fine. Evidence of financial responsibility is usually an insurance company name and a policy number. You must show your driver’s license, vehicle registration card, evidence of financial responsibility, and current address to the other driver or persons involved, or to a peace officer. Call 9-1-1 immediately to report the collision to the police or California Highway Patrol (CHP). If you don’t stop, you may be convicted of a “hit and run” and could be severely punished. If you are involved in a vehicle collision–STOP. ![]()
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