The Las Vegas Police Department recently announced a change in their policy – they will no longer be responding to non-injury motor vehicle accidents. Property damage only accidents, or “fender benders,” no longer warrant police action. There are some exceptions to this rule. The LVPD announced six different types of accidents that they will always respond to:
- Accidents that cause injury or death
- Accidents involving a drunk or drugged driver
- Accidents involving an unlicensed or uninsured driver
- Hit and run – “leaving the scene” – accidents
- Accidents resulting in a disabled vehicle on the road/highway
- Accidents involving disorderly or uncooperative drivers
How will the LVPD’s new rule affect you?
The LVPD’s decision places a greater responsibility on drivers involved in non-injury car accidents. With many car accidents, drivers rely heavily on police reports for insurance purposes. Without police accident reports, you must be sure to compile the evidence necessary to file a thorough auto insurance claim. This includes:
- Taking a picture of the accident and surrounding environment (road conditions, weather conditions, etc.)
- Exchanging information with the other drivers and passengers involved (insurance information, names, addresses, and phone numbers)
- Writing down what happened before you forget. Accidents happen quick, making it easy to forget the details.
Las Vegas is not the only city to implement this type change – Reno and Carson City police do not respond to non-injury crashes either. The LVPD is overwhelmed, and had to be more selective with how they utilize their resources.
Metro stops responding to non-injury crashes on March 3
On March 3, the Metropolitan Police Department announced that they would no longer be responding to non-injury motor vehicle accidents. Any property damage only crashes are now the responsibility of the drivers involved. This change has been brought about due to an increase in the number of calls and a need to streamline the process for officers. The Metro is focusing on more pressing matters such as crimes that cause direct harm to citizens.
The LVPD’s new policy is a good step forward in being more efficient with their resources and combating crime. It also serves as an important reminder for drivers to be extra careful on the roads, and collect all the necessary information from any accident they may be involved in.
Metro Has a New Policy Regarding Car Accidents
On March 3, the Metropolitan Police Department (Metro) announced a new policy regarding car accidents. They will no longer be responding to non-injury motor vehicle accidents. Metro is hoping that this change will help streamline the process for officers as they focus on more pressing matters such as crimes that cause direct harm to citizens.
Drivers involved in property damage only accidents must be sure to collect all of the necessary evidence for an insurance claim. This includes exchanging information with the other drivers and passengers involved (insurance information, names, addresses, and phone numbers), taking photos of the accident and surrounding environment, and writing down what happened before one forgets.
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How Will the New Fender Bender Policy Affect You?
The LVPD’s new policy on non-injury accidents will affect how you handle any car accident that you may be involved in. Without police officers responding to these types of accidents, it is now up to the drivers involved to collect all the necessary evidence for their insurance claim. This includes exchanging information with the other drivers and passengers involved (insurance information, names, addresses, and phone numbers), taking photos of the accident and surrounding environment, and writing down what happened before one forgets.
Las Vegas is not the only city to implement this type change – Reno and Carson City police do not respond to non-injury crashes either. This new policy serves as an important reminder for drivers to be extra careful on the roads, and collect all the necessary information from any accident they may be involved in.
How Can You Protect Yourself if You Are Involved in Non-injury Car Accidents?
If you are ever involved in a non-injury car accident, it is important that you protect yourself as much as possible. The first step is to remain calm and assess the situation. Check to make sure that everyone involved is safe and unharmed. After assessing the situation, collect all of the necessary evidence for an insurance claim. Exchange information with the other drivers and passengers involved ( insurance information, names, addresses, and phone numbers), take photos of the accident and surrounding environment, and write down what happened before one forgets.
If you are ever in doubt about what to do after a car accident, reach out to the LVPD for help. Even though they are no longer responding to non-injury accidents, they can still provide advice on how best to handle the situation.
Protect Your Interests With a Personal Injury Lawyer
If you have been involved in a non-injury accident and are unsure of how to proceed, it is important to consider seeking the services of a Personal Injury Lawyer. A Personal Injury Lawyer can help protect your rights and interests after an accident. They can assess the situation and advise you on what steps to take in order to ensure that you get the compensation you deserve.
The LVPD’s new policy is an important reminder for drivers to always remain vigilant and drive with caution. It also serves as a good opportunity to look into different insurance coverage plans, so that drivers can be better prepared in case of any non-injury accidents. Additionally, drivers should take the time to familiarize themselves with the laws surrounding car accidents, so that they know their legal rights and obligations.
Reference:
Metro stops responding to non-injury crashes on March 3. (2014, February 25). Las Vegas Review-Journal. https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/metro-stops-responding-to-non-injury-crashes-on-march-3/
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