Replaces each instance of the word "accident" with "crash" in the vehicle and traffic law.
This bill amends the vehicle and traffic law by replacing every instance of the word "accident" with "crash." The changes apply to various sections of the law, including those related to reporting crashes, processing crash reports, and the duties of law enforcement officers at crash scenes. The bill also affects other laws, such as the education law, general business law, insurance law, military law, and penal law, by making similar replacements. The purpose of these changes is to ensure consistency in terminology related to motor vehicle incidents.
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