NSW Police change traffic accident reporting

NSW Police are urging motorists to familiarise themselves with the changes.

This process is part of a red-tape reduction initiative to better manage crashes on NSW roads.

From Wednesday police will only be required to attend if a person is killed or injured, parties fail to exchange particulars or a driver appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Drivers involved in traffic crashes where their vehicle needs to be towed - and none of the above criteria apply - can now organise their own tow and leave the area, and later report the crash to the Police Assistance Line on 131 444.<script type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8" src="http://static.polldaddy.com/p/8362182.js"></script>

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In addition, drivers will no longer need to report minor collisions to police even for insurance purposes.

Traffic and Highway Patrol Commander, Assistant Commissioner John Hartley, urged motorists to become familiar with the changes.

"The new streamlined process is about cutting back red tape and diverting police resources into broader road safety initiatives and other investigations,"Assistant Commissioner Hartley said.

Motorists should organise their own tow and have their vehicle removed from the scene as quickly and as safely as possible.

Once this has occurred they should report the crash to the Police Assistance Line on 131 444.

For further detailed information, please visit: www.police.nsw.gov.au/community_issues/road_safety