Pennsylvania § 8620 - Police and emergency personnel responsibilities.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 8620 — Police and emergency personnel responsibilities., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8620. Police and emergency personnel responsibilities.
Police and emergency personnel responding to the scene of an accident or trauma shall take reasonable steps to insure that the driver's license or personal identification card, donor card or other document of gift and medical alert bracelet, if any, of the individual involved in the accident or trauma accompanies the individual to the hospital or other health care facility. The hospital or other health care facility shall, within five days, if practicable, return the driver's license or identification card to the Department of Transportation, accompanied by a form prescribed by the Department of Transportation, if the individual involved in the accident is deceased.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 8620
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 8620 cover?
Section 8620 ("Police and emergency personnel responsibilities.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Pennsylvania § 8620?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 8620" (Pennsylvania). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Pennsylvania official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Pennsylvania attorney.
How does Pennsylvania § 8620 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Pennsylvania can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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