Corrigan Crash Reports

In Texas, failing to report a car accident, especially if it resulted in injury, death, or major property damage exceeding $1,000, can lead to legal penalties, including fines, loss of driver's license, and potentially jail time. The state doesn't require drivers to file self-report accident reports for accidents without injury or with damages less than $1,000. However, it's advised to check with local authorities, like the Corrigan Police Department, for specific local reporting requirements. For assistance or to file a report, you can contact the Corrigan Police Department at 936-398-2551 or visit their office at 203 North Collins Street, Corrigan, Texas 75939​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​.

A Texas Crash Report, also known as the Texas Peace Officer’s Crash Report (Form CR-3), is detailed and coded. The report includes information such as the time, place, damage, presence of intoxication, contributing factors, and more. The report is divided into several sections, including an overview of the accident, detailed information on injuries, citations, and property damage, and an extensive list of codes explaining various aspects of the accident, like contributing factors and vehicle damage. Deciphering these codes is essential for understanding the full context and implications of the accident​​.

In Texas, most minor car accidents stay on your driving record for three years from the date of the accident. This information is accessible to insurance companies and can affect insurance rates, especially if the driver was at fault. More serious accidents, involving injuries or fatalities, may remain on the record for a longer period, typically between three to five years​​​​​​​​.

A Texas accident report contains comprehensive information about an accident. The first page provides an overview of the accident, including details like the time, date, location, speed limit, driver information, vehicle occupants, injury severity, alcohol or drug tests, and vehicle insurance information. The second page delves into injuries, citations, and property damage, including a visual diagram of the accident. The third and fourth pages explain the various codes used in the report, such as those for distracted driving, drunk driving, driving at unsafe speeds, and vehicle damage or defects. These codes help decode the circumstances and contributing factors of the accident​​.