The bill amends RCW 46.52.070 to update the criteria for collision reporting by police officers in Washington State. It specifies that officers must report to the department when a collision results in a fatality or when there is substantial bodily harm, as defined in RCW 9A.04.110(4)(b). Additionally, the bill requires officers to report the identity of the vehicle operator if they have reasonable grounds to believe that the operator may not be competent to operate a motor vehicle due to the incident.

Key changes in the bill include the replacement of the term "serious injury" with "substantial bodily harm" and the inclusion of a definition for this term. The bill emphasizes the importance of reporting the reasons for an officer's belief regarding a driver's competence following a collision that results in substantial bodily harm. These amendments aim to enhance the safety and accountability of drivers involved in serious accidents.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 46.52.070