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As a vehicle driver involved in a road accident, in which a person got killed, are you obliged to remain at the scene of the accident?
Description
Art. 44 para. 2 pt. 3 of the Act of 20 June 1997 "Road Traffic Act" (consolidated text, Journal of Laws of 2012, item 1137 as amended)
Explanation
Correct answer: Yes
Yes, in the case of a fatal accident, the driver has an absolute obligation to remain at the scene. According to Art. 44 of the Road Traffic Act, leaving the scene of such an accident is treated as fleeing and is associated with very serious legal consequences. The only justification is to leave in order to call for help, with the obligation to return immediately.
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