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 caused the collision and may not be competent to operate a motor vehicle.

Key changes in the bill include the replacement of the term "serious injury" with "substantial bodily harm" and the inclusion of a definition reference for clarity. This aims to enhance the reporting process and ensure that cases involving significant injuries are appropriately documented and addressed.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 46.52.070
Bill as Passed Legislature: 46.52.070
Session Law: 46.52.070