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1. What should I do if I am involved in a traffic crash?

What to Do

• You must stop!
• Do not leave the scene of a traffic accident. If you leave without providing your information, your license may be revoked.
• Drivers are required to exchange the following information:
  • Full name;
  • Current living address;
  • Vehicle registration, tag, vehicle identification number (VIN), make, and model; and
  • Phone numbers of all persons in the crash.
• Do not block traffic! Move your vehicle quickly out of the roadway. If you cannot move your vehicle, contact the police.

2. When do I have to report a crash to the Police?

A driver of a vehicle involved in a crash must immediately contact local law enforcement under the following conditions:

• The crash resulted in injury or death;
• Another vehicle or other property was damaged; and/or
• The vehicle or property was unattended and you cannot locate the owner.

3. How do I get a copy of my crash report?

The officer will give you a case number. Give this number to your auto insurance company if filing a claim. You can obtain a copy of your crash report by contacting Police Records or by visiting Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicle's crash portal.