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CT HB05313

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/26/2020

Primary Sponsor

Public Safety and Security Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2020 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Modifies Connecticut General Statutes Section 14-108a to change requirements for police reports on motor vehicle accidents involving deaths, injuries, or property damage exceeding $1,000
  • Eliminates the requirement that police officers must reach a conclusion about the cause of fatal accidents or refer cases to the state's attorney or State Police for further investigation
  • Requires police to submit accident reports to the Commissioner of Transportation within five days of completing investigation, containing detailed information about location, cause, conditions, persons involved, vehicles, and insurance companies
  • Mandates the Commissioner of Transportation forward reports involving school buses to the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles, who may investigate accidents and request State Police assistance
  • Takes effect July 1, 2020

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Police Reports Of Motor Vehicle Accidents.

Last Action

Public Hearing 03/05

2/28/2020

Committee Referrals

Public Safety and Security2/26/2020

Full Bill Text

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