SF 91. Motor Vehicle Accident (Crash) Report

The SF 91 Motor Vehicle Accident (Crash) Report is a form used by the United States government to document accidents involving government-owned or leased vehicles. The purpose of the form is to provide a detailed account of the accident, including the date, time, location, and circumstances of the crash, as well as information about the vehicles and individuals involved.

The form consists of several parts, including a section for identifying information about the accident, such as the date, time, and location, as well as a section for describing the accident itself, including details about the vehicles and individuals involved. There is also a section for providing information about injuries and property damage resulting from the accident.

The most important fields on the form include the date, time, and location of the accident, as well as the names and contact information of the individuals involved and any witnesses to the crash. It is also important to provide a detailed description of the accident and any injuries or property damage that occurred.

This form is compiled in cases where there is an accident involving a government-owned or leased vehicle. The parties to the document include the driver of the vehicle, any passengers or bystanders who were involved in the accident, and any witnesses to the crash.

When compiling this form, it is important to be as detailed and accurate as possible in describing the accident and any injuries or property damage that occurred. It is also important to provide contact information for all individuals involved in the accident.

The advantages of this form include providing a clear and comprehensive record of the accident, which can be used to determine liability and to assess damages. By documenting the accident in detail, this form can also help to prevent future accidents by identifying any areas where improvements can be made to vehicle safety or driver training.

However, there can be some problems when filling out this form, particularly if there is disagreement among the parties involved about the circumstances of the accident or the extent of damages. In some cases, it may be necessary to seek legal advice or to involve insurance companies in order to resolve these disputes.

Related forms include the SF 94 Statement of Witness, which is used to document the observations of witnesses to a motor vehicle accident, and the SF 95 Claim for Damage, Injury, or Death, which is used to file a claim for damages resulting from a government-owned vehicle accident. Alternative forms include state-specific accident report forms, which are used to document accidents involving private vehicles.

The completed form should be submitted to the appropriate government agency, such as the Department of Transportation or the General Services Administration. The form should be stored in accordance with agency policies for recordkeeping and retention.