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Traffic Crash Investigation Flashcards

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  1. In Florida, which blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level is per se evidence of DUI for drivers aged 21 and older?

    Answer: 0.08 or higher

    In Florida, a BAC of 0.08 or higher is per se evidence of DUI for drivers 21 and older, meaning it is legally conclusive without additional proof of impairment.

  2. What is 'crush depth' used to determine in a crash reconstruction?

    Answer: The amount of energy absorbed by a vehicle's structure during impact

    Crush depth—the amount a vehicle's structure deformed—is used to calculate the energy absorbed during impact, which helps estimate crash speeds.

  3. Under Florida Statute 316.650, who is responsible for ensuring that a crash report is submitted if law enforcement does not investigate the crash?

    Answer: The driver(s) involved in the crash

    When law enforcement does not investigate a crash, Florida Statute 316.650 places responsibility on the involved drivers to submit their own crash report.

  4. What type of crash involves a vehicle striking a fixed object such as a guardrail, tree, or utility pole?

    Answer: Single-vehicle crash

    A single-vehicle crash occurs when only one vehicle is involved, typically striking a fixed roadside object or leaving the roadway.

  5. When investigators use the 'critical speed formula,' what are they calculating?

    Answer: The speed a vehicle was traveling when it began to leave a curved tire mark

    The critical speed formula uses the radius of yaw (curved tire) marks and road friction to calculate the vehicle's speed at the start of the curved tire mark.

  6. What does 'loss of control' as a contributing factor typically indicate in crash reports?

    Answer: The driver was unable to maintain directional control of the vehicle

    Loss of control indicates the driver was unable to keep the vehicle on its intended path, often due to speed, road conditions, or driver error.

  7. Which Florida form allows a crash victim to request a copy of the official law enforcement crash report?

    Answer: HSMV 90045 – Traffic Crash Report Request

    The HSMV 90045 form is used to request a copy of an official Florida traffic crash report from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.