QUESTION
Can I still report my car accident after days of happening?
Asked on Sep 30th, 2013 on Automobile Accidents - California
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My car was hit in the parking lot but I didn't call police. After 3 days, can I still report it to the police?
5 ANSWERS
William M Stoddard
Yes, but only if you are being required by your insurance company in your claim for collision coverage or as a tax right off and you need to have proof it was an accident instead of your own negligence. The delay does not matter if the evidence or others know who can say yes it happened while it was parked. We saw it.
Answered on Oct 07th, 2013 at 5:26 AM
Edwin K. Niles
Why do need to make a police report? Hit and run? If you have the I.D. of the other driver, the police won't be interested.
Answered on Oct 02nd, 2013 at 3:41 AM
Ronald A. Steinberg
Yes, but you will probably have to go into the station to make the report. Bring the car because the officer may want to inspect it. You will need the report to be able to notify your auto insurance company of the accident.
Answered on Oct 02nd, 2013 at 3:02 AM
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The sooner you can report your accident to your carrier, the earlier you can start getting benefits. You should also check your insurance policy as to any filing time limitations.
Answered on Oct 01st, 2013 at 12:07 PM
Sure, but they probably will tell you that they will not do anything about it. Perhaps they might write up an accident report. Talk to your insurance company as to what you need to make an uninsured motorist claim if you do not know who hit you.
Answered on Oct 01st, 2013 at 11:27 AM