Vermont § 1603 - Investigation of crashes
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 1603 — Investigation of crashes, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1603. Investigation of crashes
- The Commissioner of Public Safety shall immediately after receiving notice of a crash
where a personal injury occurs, and, in case of notice of a crash where an injury
occurs to property, may cause such crash to be investigated by an enforcement officer,
and where such investigation reveals facts tending to show culpability on the part
of any motor vehicle owner or operator, he or she shall cause such facts to be reported
to the State’s Attorney of the county where the crash occurred
Source: official Vermont text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 1603
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 1603 cover?
Section 1603 ("Investigation of crashes") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. 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 Vermont § 1603?
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Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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