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Do you need the police after a minor crash?
A 32-second explainer on when to call 911 after a small crash, how state damage thresholds and DMV forms work, and why a police report helps your claim.
This short video is a summary of our explainer Minor Car Accident With No Police Report? Insurance Claims, State Rules, and When to Call Police, which covers the details, the steps to take, and how auto insurance typically handles it.
Transcript
Small crash. Do you really need the police? If anyone is hurt, even slightly, call 911 right away. Many states also require a report once damage passes a set dollar amount, and some want a separate DMV form. Even when it's optional, a police report records the scene before anyone's story changes. Check your state's rules and tell your insurer promptly. Compare free quotes at autoinsurancebundle.pro.
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