If you are involved in a traffic accident in California, you must file a report of the accident with the DMV when:

Question

If a collision results in death, any minor or major injury, or more than $1,000 in damage to anyone's property, each driver involved must file a report with the DMV within 10 days. In some cases, the driver's insurance agent, broker, or legal representative may file the report to represent the driver.

Accepted Answer

The collision causes $1,000 in damage.

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You plan on being out of the state for more than 30 days.

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You refinance the remaining balance of your vehicle loan.