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CT HB05313
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/26/2020
Primary Sponsor
Public Safety and Security Committee
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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
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