Car permit · Crashes and insurance
Following a crash, in which situation are you required to file a written SR 1 report with the DMV?
Correct answer: When there are any injuries or more than $1,000 in property damage.
Answer options
- AOnly when you or the other motorist gets hurt in the crash
- BWhen there are any injuries or more than $1,000 in property damage Correct
- COnly when you are the driver at fault for the crash
Why
California requires an SR 1 report to the DMV within 10 days whenever a collision injures or kills anyone or causes more than $1,000 in property damage, no matter who caused it. Failing to file can lead to a license suspension.
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Topic: Crashes and insurance License: Car permit
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