Even if a police report is filed at the scene of the accident, it is advised and required that you report your accident to the DMV for the following circumstances. In New York State, you must report an accident to the DMV if the accident results in an injury, death, or property damage in excess of $1,000.[1] The report must be filed within 10 days of the accident. In New York, if you fail to adhere to the DMV’s accident reporting rules, you can face the suspension of your license.[2]
In New Jersey, one must report an accident to the DMV if the accident results in an injury, death, or property damage more than $500.[3] The report must be filed within 10 days of the accident. In New Jersey, if you fail to report the accident to the MVC you can face a fine of no less than $30 but no more than $100 and may also face the suspension of your license.[4] We advise you report your accident to the your local DMV or MVC as soon as possible, and well within the 10 day period.
The forms needed to report an accident can be found on both states’ respective DMV and MVC websites. In these forms you must detail the accident and the events that occurred leading up to it.
[1] N.Y. Veh. & Traf. Law § 605 (McKinney)
[2] N.Y. Veh. & Traf. Law § 605 (McKinney)
[3] N.J.S.A. 39:4-130
[4] N.J.S.A. 39:4-130
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