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Indiana Car Accident Report Basics<\/h1>\n
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\n By Christie Nicholson, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Katrina Wilson, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Every state has specific laws about whether you need to file an accident report after a car crash. Most people have no idea whether they need to submit a crash report in Indiana. This is especially true for people who are in a minor car accident. They assume that all they have to do is exchange insurance information and submit a claim to their insurance company.<\/p>\r\n

While a car accident may be over in an instant, dealing with the insurance company can take months. If you don\u2019t take the proper steps immediately after your car accident, you may jeopardize your personal injury claim. You may also face fines, jail time, and a suspension of your driver\u2019s license.<\/p>\r\n

Here, we\u2019ll explain the auto accident reporting requirements in Indiana. We\u2019ll also discuss why it\u2019s crucial that you call 911 after the crash. If you still have questions about whether you must report your crash, contact an Indiana car accident lawyer.<\/p>\r\n

How To File a Car Crash Report in Indiana<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

The chart below summarizes Indiana’s crash reporting laws and procedures for filing a car crash report.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

State Accident Statutes<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

When To Report an Accident<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

You must immediately notify the nearest law enforcement agency when:<\/p>\r\n

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  • Someone suffers bodily injury or death<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n

  • Property damage exceeds $1,000<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n

  • The accident occurred in a city requiring a crash report<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n

  • Your insurance company requires it<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>

Crash Reporting<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n