In a traffic accident where there are no injuries and traffic has returned to normal, are you obliged to notify the Authority or its Agents?

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According to General Traffic Regulations, behavior in an emergency follows the 'PAS' rule (Protect, Alert, Succour). However, regarding the 'Alert' phase, the rule specifies: if there are no injuries and traffic safety has been restored (vehicles are not obstructing), it is not strictly mandatory to call the Authority Agents to the scene. The correct procedure is for those involved to exchange details (Amicable Accident Statement). However, there is a fundamental exception that makes the correct answer valid: if any of the persons involved request it, then it does become mandatory to notify the Authority. This frequently happens when there is no agreement on liability, when the other party refuses to identify themselves, or if a crime is suspected (such as driving under the influence).

In a traffic accident where there are no injuries and traffic has returned to normal, are you obliged to notify the Authority or its Agents?

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