Texas Driver's License Knowledge TestSafe Driving PracticesHard
A driver is involved in a collision that results in injury to a person. According to Texas law, what is the driver's primary responsibility immediately after ensuring the safety of those involved?
- ANotify law enforcement (e.g., police) of the collision.
- BMove the vehicles off the roadway to prevent further obstruction.
- CTake photographs of the accident scene for insurance purposes.
- DExchange insurance information with the other driver.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Notify law enforcement (e.g., police) of the collision.
In Texas, if a collision results in injury or death, or if damage appears to exceed $1,000, drivers are legally required to immediately notify law enforcement. Ensuring safety and rendering aid are primary, but notifying authorities is the next critical step.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Moving vehicles is generally recommended for minor accidents to clear traffic, but for injury accidents, the scene should be preserved until police arrive, unless it's an immediate danger.
- C. Taking photos is helpful for insurance but is not the primary legal responsibility after ensuring safety and reporting to police.
- D. While important, exchanging insurance information is secondary to notifying law enforcement in an injury accident.
Injury Accident Reporting
In Texas, any collision resulting in personal injury, death, or significant property damage (estimated over $1,000) must be immediately reported to law enforcement.
- Injury or death requires police report.
- Damage over $1,000 also requires report.
- Primary duty after ensuring safety and aid.
Memory trick: Injury crash, call police in a dash.