Illinois Rules of the Road Chapter 7: Traffic Violations and Crashes

Appearing in court

Drivers may be required to appear in court for serious violations

Failure to appear can result in license suspension

Some violations can be resolved with court supervision or traffic school

Crash Reports

File a report if:

• Injury, death, property damage over 1500

• If any driver is uninsured, the limit drops to 500

• Report must be filed within 10 days to the IDOT

• Failing to report results in license suspension

Leaving the Scene of a Crash

It’s illegal to leave if:

• Injury or death; felony offense

• Damage to vehicle; must exchange info and provide aid

• Leaving the scene can result in license revocation, criminal charges, jail time

Unattended Vehicles

If you hit a parked vehicle or other property:

• Stop and try to locate the owner

• If you can’t find the owner: Leave a note with contact information

• Notify local police

Safety Responsibility Law

Ensures that financially irresponsible pay for cash damages

Affected drivers may need to post security, satisfy judgments, or face license suspension

Financial Responsibility Law

Illinois requires liability insurance for all vehicles

Injury/death of one person: $25000

Injury/death of more than one person: $50000

Property damage: $20000

Must show proof of insurance during traffic stops, crashes, dmv visits

Driving without a license may result in a fine or suspension

Crash Prevention Courses

May be required after certain violations

Aim to improve driving behavior and reduce future violations