Need to Report a Car Accident to the DMV?
If you were in a car accident in California, you may be required to file a report with the DMV. Blair & Ramirez may be able to assist you with the reporting process. Complete a short form or contact our team to learn more.
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When Do You Need to Report an Accident?
You generally need to file a DMV accident report it:
Someone was injured
Someone died
Property damage was more than $1,000
10-day deadline
If your accident meets the reporting requirements, the report generally must be filed within 10 days of the accident.
You may still need to report the accident even if you were not responsible for causing it or if it happened on private property.
What Is a California DMV Accident Report?
The California DMV uses a form called Form SR-1 (also known as a DMV accident report) to report certain traffic accidents. The report provides the DMV with basic information about the accident, including the drivers and vehicles involved, insurance information, injuries, and property damage.
A DMV accident report is separate from a police report and an insurance claim.
What Information Will You Need?
The DMV report asks for information such as:
- When and where the accident happened
- Driver and vehicle information
- Insurance information
- Information about anyone who was injured
- Information about property damage
Don't have all of the information?
Our team can help you understand what may be needed.
Request Help With Your DMV Accident Report
Complete this short form and a member of our team will contact you to learn more about your accident and discuss the next steps. Blair & Ramirez may be able to assist you with your California DMV accident report.
By submitting this form, you agree that Blair & Ramirez LLP may contact you by phone, text, or email. Submitting this form does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not include confidential or sensitive information in this form. Submitting our contact form does not file an SR-1 with the DMV.