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Vermont Car Accident Laws: Fault, Insurance, and Your Claim
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Vermont is an at-fault (tort) state that follows modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar, meaning the at-fault driver's liability insurer pays for injuries and property damage, and you can recover as long as you are not more than 50% at fault, with your award reduced by your share of fault.
Is Vermont a no-fault or at-fault state?
Vermont is a pure at-fault (tort) state. It is not among the 12 traditional no-fault states that require Personal Injury Protection (PIP), and it has no no-fault system of any kind. When a crash occurs, the injured person files a claim directly against the at-fault driver's liability insurer, or sues the at-fault driver in court for all economic and non-economic losses, including medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. There is no verbal or monetary serious-injury threshold a victim must satisfy before pursuing a pain-and-suffering claim. The only gate is Vermont's modified comparative fault rule: if your own negligence contributed to the crash, your recovery is reduced proportionally, and you are barred entirely if your fault is greater than the combined causal negligence of the defendants (the 51% bar under 12 V.S.A. § 1036).
Because Vermont has no PIP requirement, injured drivers do not have a first-party insurer to cover their immediate medical costs. Optional MedPay coverage can bridge that gap while a liability claim against the at-fault driver is being resolved.
How fault is shared: Vermont's negligence rule
Vermont follows modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar, codified at 12 V.S.A. § 1036. Under this rule, a plaintiff can recover damages as long as their negligence is not greater than the causal total negligence of the defendant or defendants. The comparison is to the defendants combined, not to any one of them, so a plaintiff who is 40% at fault still recovers from two defendants who share the other 60%, even though neither defendant alone carries more fault than the plaintiff. Where recovery is allowed against more than one defendant, each defendant pays the share of the award that matches its own percentage of causal negligence. A plaintiff whose fault is 50% or less may recover, but a plaintiff whose fault is greater than 50% is completely barred from recovery. Once you clear that threshold, your damages are reduced by your exact percentage of fault. If you suffered $100,000 in damages but were found 30% at fault, you would receive $70,000.
This rule matters practically because insurers routinely argue that an injured claimant was partially responsible. A finding of even 40% fault cuts your recovery by $40,000 on a $100,000 claim. Vermont's 51% bar bars recovery only for a claimant whose fault is greater than the defendants' combined fault; an exact 50/50 split still allows recovery, reduced by half. Documenting evidence of the other driver's negligence from the scene forward is critical to defending your percentage.
Minimum car insurance in Vermont
Vermont requires all registered vehicles to carry minimum liability coverage of $25,000 per injured person, $50,000 per accident when two or more people are injured, and $10,000 for property damage per crash. These 25/50/10 limits are set by 23 V.S.A. § 800(a). As an alternative to a traditional policy, a vehicle owner may file proof of self-insurance worth $115,000 with the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles.
Uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage is mandatory under 23 V.S.A. § 941 and cannot be rejected or waived. Vermont's minimum UM/UIM bodily-injury limits are $50,000 per person and $100,000 per accident, notably higher than the basic liability minimums. UM/UIM also includes property-damage coverage of up to $10,000 per claim, subject to a $150 deductible. If a policyholder buys liability limits above the statutory minimums, UM/UIM must match those higher limits unless the policyholder directs otherwise. Vermont's mandatory UM/UIM requirement gives injured drivers a backstop when the at-fault driver carries no insurance or insufficient coverage to pay the full claim.
How long you have to file: the statute of limitations
Vermont gives injured parties three years to file a personal-injury lawsuit arising from a car accident. The three-year period is set by 12 V.S.A. § 512(4), which covers injuries to the person caused by the act or default of another. The clock typically starts running on the date of the crash, subject to the discovery rule in cases where injuries are not immediately apparent. Property-damage claims are also subject to a three-year limit under 12 V.S.A. § 512(5), so the deadlines for bodily injury and property damage are parallel.
Missing the statute of limitations almost always results in the court dismissing your case as time-barred, leaving you with no legal remedy regardless of how clear-cut the other driver's fault was. If the defendant is a government entity, check for a separate notice requirement before relying on the three-year window. Vermont's Tort Claims Act (12 V.S.A. §§ 5601-5602) sets no pre-suit notice of claim for actions against the State, but a claim against a town for injuries caused by an insufficient or out-of-repair bridge or culvert must be preceded by written notice to one or more of the town's selectboard members within 20 days of the injury (19 V.S.A. § 987). Consulting an attorney well before the three-year window closes protects your ability to recover. For more on how Vermont's filing deadlines compare to other claims, see Vermont's statute of limitations page.
What a Vermont car accident claim is worth
Vermont's at-fault system allows injured people to recover the full range of damages from the responsible driver, subject to the comparative-fault reduction. Economic damages include all past and future medical expenses, lost wages and reduced earning capacity, vehicle repair or replacement costs, and other out-of-pocket losses that can be documented with bills and records. Non-economic damages cover pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and other harms that do not come with a receipt.
Vermont places no statutory cap on non-economic damages in ordinary car accident cases, so the potential recovery depends on the severity of the injury, the strength of the evidence, and the skill of the attorneys. The practical ceiling in most cases is the at-fault driver's liability limits. Vermont's minimum 25/50/10 coverage is relatively low; a single-vehicle crash with serious injuries can quickly exhaust the per-person $25,000 limit. Mandatory UM/UIM coverage provides additional layers of protection if the at-fault driver's policy is insufficient. Use the Vermont car accident settlement calculator to get a rough estimate of claim value based on your specific facts.
What to do after a car accident in Vermont
Protect yourself and others first. Move vehicles out of traffic if possible and call 911 when there are injuries, fatalities, or significant property damage. At the scene, 23 V.S.A. § 1128 requires an operator involved in a crash that injures someone other than the operator, or damages property other than their own vehicle, to stop immediately, render any assistance reasonably necessary, and give their name, residence, license number, and the vehicle owner's name to the injured person, the property owner, or an enforcement officer present. Separately, 23 V.S.A. § 1129(a) requires the operator of a vehicle involved in a crash in which anyone is injured, or in which total property damage is $3,000.00 or more, to mail a written report to the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles, on the Commissioner's form, within 72 hours of the crash. If you carry liability insurance, § 1129(c) also requires you to give any injured person or damaged property owner the name and address of every liability insurance company that may cover the crash, and the policy numbers, within five days.
Document the scene thoroughly before leaving. Take photographs of vehicle positions, damage, skid marks, road conditions, traffic controls, and visible injuries. Collect the names, contact information, license plate numbers, and insurance details of all other drivers, and gather contact information from any witnesses. Request a copy of the police report, which provides an official contemporaneous record of the crash.
Seek medical attention promptly, even if you feel fine. Some injuries, particularly soft-tissue injuries and concussions, do not produce noticeable symptoms for hours or days after a crash. A delay in treatment can both worsen the injury and give an insurer grounds to argue that the injury was unrelated to the accident.
Do not give a recorded statement to the other driver's insurer or accept any settlement offer before you know the full extent of your injuries and losses. Vermont's modified comparative fault rule means the other side has a financial incentive to assign as much of the blame to you as possible. Before you give a statement or sign anything, let a Vermont personal-injury lawyer deal with the insurer after a free claim review (attorney advertising).
This article is general legal information, not legal advice. Car accident law varies by state and changes, and settlement values depend on the specific facts. For advice about a specific crash, consult a licensed attorney in Vermont.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Vermont a no-fault state?
No. Vermont is not a no-fault state. It is a pure at-fault (tort) state with no PIP requirement and no no-fault system. Injured drivers file claims directly against the at-fault driver's liability insurer, and there is no injury threshold required before suing for pain and suffering.
Is Vermont an at-fault state?
Yes. Vermont is an at-fault state. The driver who caused the crash is responsible for paying the other party's medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering. Claims are filed against the at-fault driver's liability insurer or pursued through a lawsuit.
What is the statute of limitations for a car accident in Vermont?
Three years. Under 12 V.S.A. § 512, you have three years from the date of the crash to file a personal-injury or property-damage lawsuit in Vermont. Missing this deadline will typically bar your claim entirely, regardless of fault. Claims against government entities may have shorter notice requirements.
Can I still recover if I was partly at fault in Vermont?
Yes, as long as your negligence is not greater than the causal total negligence of the defendant or defendants. Vermont uses modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar (12 V.S.A. § 1036). The comparison is to all defendants combined rather than to any single one, and you can recover as long as your share of fault is 50% or less, with damages reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are found to be more than 50% at fault, you are barred from recovering anything.
What are the minimum insurance requirements in Vermont?
Vermont requires at least 25/50/10 liability coverage: $25,000 bodily injury per person, $50,000 per accident, and $10,000 property damage (23 V.S.A. § 800). Uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage is also mandatory at minimums of $50,000 per person and $100,000 per accident (23 V.S.A. § 941), with UM/UIM limits that must match higher liability limits if purchased.
How much is my Vermont car accident claim worth?
It depends on the severity of your injuries, total economic losses (medical bills, lost wages, property damage), the other driver's insurance limits, and your own share of fault under Vermont's 51% comparative fault bar. Vermont places no cap on non-economic damages in standard car accident cases. Use the Vermont car accident settlement calculator for a personalized estimate.
Does Vermont require PIP coverage?
No. Vermont does not require Personal Injury Protection (PIP). Because Vermont is an at-fault state, injured parties recover from the at-fault driver's liability insurer rather than their own first-party coverage. Optional MedPay coverage can be purchased to cover immediate medical costs while a liability claim is pending.
Updates
Corrected Vermont's crash-reporting rules (a mandatory written report to the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles within 72 hours when anyone is injured or property damage reaches $3,000.00, plus the five-day insurance disclosure), replaced an unsupported 90-day government claim deadline with Vermont's actual 20-day town bridge and culvert notice, and restated the comparative-fault comparison against all defendants combined as 12 V.S.A. § 1036 requires.
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Corrected Vermont's fault-sharing rule: 12 V.S.A. § 1036 bars recovery only when the plaintiff's fault is GREATER than the defendant's, so an exact 50/50 split still allows a reduced recovery. The 'How fault is shared' section and FAQ previously said 50% or more at fault bars recovery, contradicting the statute and the article's own opening summary.
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The Law Behind This Article
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Vermont Statutes Annotated, Title 12: Court Procedure, Chapter 27: Pleading and Practice, Subchapter: PLEADINGS GENERALLY
§ 1036Contributory and comparative negligenceIn forcecited in 8 of our articles
(a) Contributory negligence shall not bar recovery in an action by any plaintiff, or the plaintiff’s legal representative, to recover damages for negligence resulting in death, personal injury, or property damage, if the negligence was not greater than the causal total negligence of the defendant or defendants, but the damage shall be diminished by general verdict in proportion to the amount of negligence attributed to the plaintiff. Where recovery is allowed against more than one defendant, each defendant shall be liable for that proportion of the total dollar amount awarded as damages in the ratio of the amount of the defendant’s causal negligence to the amount of causal negligence attributed to all defendants against whom recovery is allowed. (b) Contributory and comparative negligence shall be prohibited as a defense to limit a plaintiff’s recovery for damages in an action for a negligence claim relating to a sexual act as defined in 13 V.S.A. § 3251 or sexual conduct as defined in 13 V.S.A. § 2821. (Added 1969, No. 234 (Adj. Sess.), § 1, eff. date see note; amended 1979, No. 179 (Adj. Sess.), § 1, eff. May 5, 1980; 2023, No. 90 (Adj. Sess.), § 1, eff. April 22, 2024.)
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Cited in 73 court opinions in our collectionLatest citing opinion in our collection: 2026
Opinions citing this section in our collection:
- Favreau v. Miller (Supreme Court of Vermont 1991, 156 Vt. 222)“…on to the amount of negligence attributed to the defendant. 12 V.S.A. § 1036. If she was primarily to blame for her…”
- Joseph L. LeClair v. Hector LeClair (Supreme Court of Vermont 2017, 169 A.3d 743)“…mption of the risk or the negligence of the plaintiff under 12 V.S.A. § 1036. See id. § 618(b)(1), (2), (3). ¶ 38…”
- Levine v. Wyeth (Supreme Court of Vermont 2008, 183 Vt. 76)“…mages attributable directly to that defendant's negligence. 12 V.S.A. § 1036. Our traditional rule is that multiple…”
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Also relied on in: Vermont Dog Bite Laws: Liability and Victim Rights, Vermont Hit and Run Laws: Penalties and What to Do, Motorcycle Accident Laws in Vermont (2026): Deadlines & Helmets
Vermont Statutes Annotated, Title 23: Motor Vehicles, Chapter 11: Financial Responsibility and Insurance, Subchapter: GENERAL PROVISIONS
§ 800Maintenance of financial responsibilityIn forcecited in 2 of our articles
[Subsection (a) as currently effective; see also subsection (a) contingently amended set out below.] (a) No owner of a motor vehicle required to be registered, or operator required to be licensed or issued a learner’s permit, shall operate or permit the operation of the vehicle upon the highways of the State without having in effect an automobile liability policy or bond in the amounts of at least $25,000.00 for one person and $50,000.00 for two or more persons killed or injured and $10,000.00 for damages to property in any one crash. In lieu thereof, evidence of self-insurance in the amount of $115,000.00 must be filed with the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles and shall be maintained and evidenced in a form prescribed by the Commissioner. The Commissioner may require that evidence of financial responsibility be produced before motor vehicle inspections are performed pursuant to the requirements of section 1222 of this title. [Subsection (a) as contingently amended by 2015, No.
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Cited in 13 court opinions in our collectionLatest citing opinion in our collection: 2021
Opinions citing this section in our collection:
- Colwell v. Allstate Insurance (Supreme Court of Vermont 2003, 175 Vt. 61)“…for liability claims arising from motor vehicle accidents. 23 V.S.A. § 800(a); see also id. § 809 (wa…”
- Insurance Co. of State of Pa. v. Johnson (Supreme Court of Vermont 2009, 186 Vt. 435)“…r refer, to be sure, to automobile liability insurance. See 23 V.S.A. § 800(a) (setting forth the requirement that…”
- Smith v. Nationwide Mutual Insurance (Supreme Court of Vermont 2003, 175 Vt. 355)“…nt’s Financial Responsibility and Compulsory Insurance Law, 23 V.S.A. §§ 800-810, we conclude that doing nothing is…”
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Also relied on in: Truck Accident Laws in Vermont (2026): Deadlines & Liability
Vermont Statutes Annotated, Title 23: Motor Vehicles, Chapter 11: Financial Responsibility and Insurance, Subchapter: INSURANCE AGAINST UNINSURED, UNDERINSURED, OR UNKNOWN MOTORISTS
§ 941Insurance against uninsured, underinsured, or unknown motoristsIn forcecited in 3 of our articles
(a) No policy insuring against liability arising out of the ownership, maintenance, or use of any motor vehicle may be delivered or issued for delivery in this State with respect to any motor vehicle registered or principally garaged in this State unless coverage is provided for the protection of persons insured under the policy or a supplemental policy who are legally entitled to recover damages, from owners or operators of uninsured, underinsured, or hit-and-run motor vehicles, for bodily injury, sickness, or disease, including death, and for property damages resulting from the ownership, maintenance, or use of such uninsured, underinsured, or hit-and-run motor vehicle.
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Cited in 51 court opinions in our collectionLatest citing opinion in our collection: 2024
Opinions citing this section in our collection:
- Colwell v. Allstate Insurance (Supreme Court of Vermont 2003, 175 Vt. 61)“…st is underinsured *63 within the meaning of 23 V.S.A. § 941(f) where the tortfeasor’s liability pol…”
- Sanders v. St. Paul Mercury Insurance (Supreme Court of Vermont 1987, 148 Vt. 496)“…tomobile “registered or principally garaged in this state.” 23 V.S.A. § 941(a). This statute protects insured motor…”
- Progressive Insurance v. Brown Ex Rel. Brown (Supreme Court of Vermont 2008, 184 Vt. 388)“…olates the public policy expressed in Vermont’s UM statute, 23 V.S.A. § 941(a). On appeal, Progressive argues that…”
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Vermont Statutes Annotated, Title 12: Court Procedure, Chapter 23: Limitation of Time for Commencement of Actions, Subchapter: ACTIONS LIMITED
§ 512Assault and battery; false imprisonment; slander and libel; injuries to person or propertyIn forcecited in 8 of our articles
Actions for the following causes shall be commenced within three years after the cause of action accrues, and not after: (1) assault and battery; (2) false imprisonment; (3) slander and libel; (4) except as otherwise provided in this chapter, injuries to the person suffered by the act or default of another person, provided that the cause of action shall be deemed to accrue as of the date of the discovery of the injury; (5) damage to personal property suffered by the act or default of another. (Amended 1967, No. 32, § 2, eff. March 16, 1967; 1975, No. 248 (Adj. Sess.), § 2.)
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Cited in 110 court opinions in our collectionLatest citing opinion in our collection: 2026
Opinions citing this section in our collection:
- Fitzgerald v. Congleton (Supreme Court of Vermont 1990, 155 Vt. 283)“…al court that her claim for legal malpractice was barred by 12 V.S.A. § 512(4). We hold that plaintiff’s claim is n…”
- Cavanaugh v. Abbott Laboratories (Supreme Court of Vermont 1985, 145 Vt. 516)“…unrealistic interpretation of the term “accrues” as used in 12 V.S.A. § 512 (personal injury action must be commenc…”
- Kinney v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. (Supreme Court of Vermont 1976, 134 Vt. 571)“…re advised of this error and of the parties’ intent to cite 12 V.S.A. § 512(4). Although no formal amendment of the…”
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Also relied on in: Vermont Defamation Laws: Libel, Slander & Suing (2026), Vermont Statute of Limitations: Filing Deadlines by Case Type, Vermont Recording Laws (2026): No Wiretap Statute, One-Party Default
Vermont Statutes Annotated, Title 12: Court Procedure, Chapter 189: Tort Claims Against the State
§ 5601Liability of StateIn forcecited in 3 of our articles
(a) The State of Vermont shall be liable for injury to persons or property or loss of life caused by the negligent or wrongful act or omission of an employee of the State while acting within the scope of employment, under the same circumstances, in the same manner, and to the same extent as a private person would be liable to the claimant except that the claimant shall not have the right to levy execution on any property of the State to satisfy any judgment. The Superior Courts of the State shall have exclusive jurisdiction of any actions brought hereunder. (b) Effective July 1, 2011, the maximum liability of the State under this section shall be $500,000.00 to any one person and the maximum aggregate liability shall be $2,000,000.00 to all persons arising out of each occurrence. (c) If the claimant is not a resident of the State of Vermont, the claimant may bring suit in any Superior Court. The agent for the service of process shall be the Attorney General or the Attorney General’s duly authorized representative.
Official text (excerpt) · last checked 2026-08-01 · Read the full text in our law library · Verify at legislature.vermont.gov
Cited in 110 court opinions in our collectionLatest citing opinion in our collection: 2026
Opinions citing this section in our collection:
- Powers v. Office of Child Support (Supreme Court of Vermont 2002, 173 Vt. 390)“…of Vermont has waived its immunity to certain suits under 12 V.S.A. § 5601(a). The statute reads in pertinent part…”
- Sabia v. State (Supreme Court of Vermont 1995, 164 Vt. 293)“…ate person would be liable to the claimant.... 12 V.S.A. § 5601(a) (emphasis added). Thus, the State re…”
- Denis Bail Bonds, Inc. v. State (Supreme Court of Vermont 1993, 159 Vt. 481)“…ain tort actions by the Vermont Tort Claims Act (VTCA). See 12 V.S.A. §§ 5601-5606'. The central provision of the sta…”
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Also relied on in: Vermont Slip and Fall Laws: Proving Premises Liability
Vermont Statutes Annotated, Title 19: Highways, Chapter 9: Repairs, Maintenance, and Improvements, Subchapter: TOWN LIABILITY FOR NEGLECTING REPAIRS
§ 987Extent of liability; notice requiredIn forcecited in 3 of our articles
A person shall not recover against a town or other corporation for any damage sustained when crossing a bridge or culvert with a vehicle with a total gross weight exceeding the legal or posted weight limits. An action shall not be had or maintained in any court against a town for injuries received or damages sustained through the insufficiency of a bridge or culvert, unless notice is first given in writing, signed by the injured party or the party claiming damage, to one or more selectboard members of the town in which the bridge or culvert is situated, within 20 days of the time of the occurrence of the injury or damage, stating the time when and the place where the injury was received, and pointing out in what respect the bridge or culvert was insufficient or out of repair, and stating that the person will claim satisfaction of the town. (Added 1985, No. 269 (Adj. Sess.), § 1.)
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Cited in 2 court opinions in our collectionLatest citing opinion in our collection: 2017
Opinions citing this section in our collection:
- Lane v. Town of Grafton (Supreme Court of Vermont 1997, 166 Vt. 148)“…nforming the Town: This is to notify you pursuant to 19 V.S.A. § 987 that Mr. Lane makes a claim against the…”
- Krull v. Town of Huntington (Vermont Superior Court 2017)“…9 V.S.A. § 985; and (3) the failure to provide notice under 19 V.S.A. § 987. Because the court has decided above th…”
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Also relied on in: Slip and Fall Laws by State (2026): Premises Liability Guide
Vermont Statutes Annotated, Title 23: Motor Vehicles, Chapter 13: Operation of Vehicles, Subchapter: MISCELLANEOUS RULES
§ 1128Crashes; duty to stopIn forcecited in 3 of our articles
(a) The operator of a motor vehicle who has caused or is involved in a crash resulting in injury to any person other than the operator, or in damage to any property other than the vehicle then under his or her control, shall immediately stop and render any assistance reasonably necessary. Subsection 1102(g) of this title (stopping not to impede traffic or jeopardize safety; exceptions) governs the location where a person shall stop. The operator shall give his or her name, residence, license number, and the name of the owner of the motor vehicle to any person who is injured or whose property is damaged and to any enforcement officer. A person who violates this section shall be fined not more than $2,000.00 or imprisoned for not more than two years, or both. (b) If serious bodily injury results from the crash, a person violating subsection (a) of this section shall be fined not more than $3,000.00 or imprisoned for not more than five years, or both. (c) If death results from the crash, a person violating subsection (a) of this section shall be fined not more than $3,000.00 or imprisoned for not less than one year nor more than 15 years, or both.
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Cited in 24 court opinions in our collectionLatest citing opinion in our collection: 2025
Opinions citing this section in our collection:
- State v. Neisner (Supreme Court of Vermont 2010, 189 Vt. 160)“…or imprisoned for not more than two years, or both. 23 V.S.A. § 1128(a). As issued, the information charged…”
- State v. Keiser (Supreme Court of Vermont 2002, 174 Vt. 87)“…e scene of an accident, fatality resulting, in violation of 23 V.S.A. § 1128(c). On appeal, defendant contends: (1)…”
- State v. Myers (Supreme Court of Vermont 2011, 190 Vt. 29)“…ng the scene of an accident with property damage resulting, 23 V.S.A. § 1128(a); driving under the influence (DUI),…”
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Also relied on in: Hit and Run Laws in the United States (2026 Guide)
§ 1129Crashes; reportsIn forcecited in 3 of our articles
(a) The operator of a motor vehicle involved in a crash in which someone is injured or there is total property damage of $3,000.00 or more shall make a written report concerning the crash to the Commissioner on forms furnished by the Commissioner. The written report shall be mailed to the Commissioner within 72 hours after the crash. The Commissioner may require further facts concerning the crash be provided upon forms he or she furnishes. (b) As used in this section, the word “crash” only refers to incidents and events in which the motor vehicle involved comes into physical contact with an individual or object, including another motor vehicle. It shall not include such contact where a vehicle involved is being used by a law enforcement officer as a barrier to prevent passage of a vehicle being operated by a suspected violator of the law. In such cases, the law enforcement officer shall not be required to make a personal written report of the incident.
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Also relied on in: Vermont Police Report: How to Get a Crash Report, Incident Report, or Body Camera Video
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Sources and References
- 23 V.S.A. § 800 — Minimum Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance(legislature.vermont.gov).gov
- 23 V.S.A. § 941 — Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage(legislature.vermont.gov).gov
- 12 V.S.A. § 1036 — Modified Comparative Fault(legislature.vermont.gov).gov
- 12 V.S.A. § 512 — Statute of Limitations: Personal Injury and Property Damage(legislature.vermont.gov).gov
- 23 V.S.A. § 1129 - Crashes; Written Report to the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles(legislature.vermont.gov)
- 23 V.S.A. § 1128 - Crashes; Duty to Stop and Give Information(legislature.vermont.gov)
- 19 V.S.A. § 987 - Notice to a Town of Injury from an Insufficient Bridge or Culvert (20 Days)(legislature.vermont.gov)
- 12 V.S.A. § 5601 - Vermont Tort Claims Act: Liability of the State(legislature.vermont.gov)
- 12 V.S.A. § 1036 - Comparative Negligence(legislature.vermont.gov)
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