Question 2583
If there are very seriously injured people in an accident, should you alter the state of objects, traces, or other evidence that may be useful in determining responsibility?
- Yes, to clear the roadway as soon as possible and restore normal, smooth traffic flow.
- No, unless leaving them unchanged would jeopardize the safety of the injured people or traffic.
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Correct answer: No, unless leaving them unchanged would jeopardize the safety of the injured people or traffic.
When people are seriously injured, traces and evidence that could help establish what happened must be preserved. They should only be disturbed if preserving them compromises the safety of the injured or traffic.