Indiana Driver's Handbook, Section 8: Accidents and Emergency Situations
What the law requires after a crash, how to avoid a collision, blowouts, brake failure and traffic stops.
Summary written by MyPermitExam from the official handbook, Published July 2026. Not a copy of the handbook. Checked Oct 2026. Not affiliated with the DMV. Indiana Driver's Manual
Key rules
- Failure to yield the right of way is the most common factor in Indiana crashes. p. 58
- After a crash, stay at the scene and give your name, address, registration number and license. p. 58
- Blowout: hold the wheel firmly, go straight and ease off the gas without braking. p. 60
- Pulled over: turn on your right signal and move to the right shoulder. p. 60