Who needs Driver Report?
Driver report is a specific document issued by the Tennessee Department of Safety. The document is created for the drivers who are involved in an accident on the road.
What is Driver Report for?
The main purpose of the driver report is to inform the authorities about the accident and to define the guilty person who has caused the accident. There are several cases when filing driver report is obligatory. They are as follows:
- The accident resulted in death or injury
- The accident resulted in the damage to the property with the total value more than $400
- If another driver is ready to pay for the damage and asks you not to report the accident you still must file driver report.
The failure to file the report may result in registration or license being suspended.
Is Driver Report accompanied by other forms?
Driver report must be accompanied by information about auto insurance company, medical records if the injury has occurred and a copy of the driver record.
When is Driver Report due?
Driver report must be submitted within 20 days after the accident.
How do I fill out Driver Report?
Driver report is a brief document that contains only one page. Provide details about your insurance coverage, data and place of crash, type and year of the vehicle, car owner’s identifying information and contact details.
Where do I send Driver Report?
A vehicle owner can submit paper version of the report to the local Tennessee DOS Office or send it by mail.