DMV Requirements When Involved in an Accident

Many people don't know that if they are involved in a traffic accident that they must fill out a special form for the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).  Every day in Los Angeles there are many accidents that occur, at time most of the accidents are minor and people prefer to handle it amongst themselves.  But read carefully the requirements below.  The DMV then require theSR1 form to be filled out are when:

If you are involved in a vehicle accident that occurred in California, you must report it to the DMV if:

• There was property damage of more that $750 ($500 for accidents prior to January 1, 2003) or
• Anyone was injured (no matter how minor) or
• Anyone was killed.

The SR1 form must also be reported to the DMV within 10 days of the accident.  The DMV also states that each and all parties must fill out the SR1 no matter whose fault the accident was.  Contact the Law Office of Loren M. Merlin and they will handle your car accident, so you do not have to worry about reporting your accident to different state agencies.  No matter what county inCalifornia, Los Angeles, San Fernando, Orange County etc. SR1 should be filled out and sent to the DMV.

Please be advised that failure to report your accident to the DMV can result in suspension of your driving privilege.  The lawyers of theLaw Office of Loren M. Merlin will aggressively work to represent the needs of accident victims.  If you or someone you know has been injured in a car accident you should contact our office immediately because we will be primarily focused on protecting and benefiting your interests in your car accident.