If you fail to report the crash...

• A. you may be fined up to $2,000 and jailed up to six months.
• B. you may be fined up to $2,500 and given a jail sentence of up to one year.
• C. you may receive a warning only.
• D. you may lose your license for a month.

Answer: (B)

Not reporting a crash is a crime because the law requires you to notify authorities so they can document what happened, determine fault, and provide help to anyone injured. When you fail to report, the seriousness of avoiding accountability is reflected in the penalties, which can include a substantial fine and jail time. The option that describes a fine up to $2,500 and a jail term of up to one year matches this level of consequence, showing that the act is treated as a criminal offense rather than something minor. A simple warning would not address the seriousness of avoiding reporting, and a month-long license suspension isn’t the typical penalty for this offense on its own. The key takeaway is that failing to report a crash carries meaningful legal consequences designed to ensure proper reporting and investigation.