When you must call the police after a crash
A free practice question for the Maryland permit test, with the answer explained.
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After a crash, in which situation must you call the police?
The rule
Always call the police after a crash if someone is hurt, a vehicle can't be moved, a driver seems impaired or has no license, a driver tries to leave without sharing information, or public property is damaged.
Always call the police if someone is hurt, a vehicle can't move, a driver seems impaired or has no license, a driver tries to leave without sharing information, or public property is damaged.
From the Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 8, page 43. This question is our own wording of that rule. The handbook and the MVA have the final word.
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