Reporting an Accident

Every vessel operator involved in a reportable accident must notify the TWRA immediately. The operator also must file a written accident report form with TWRA.

• The accident report form must be filed within 48 hours if:
  • A person dies or disappears or…
  • Someone is injured requiring medical treatment beyond first aid.
• The accident report form must be filed within 10 days if damage exceeds $2,000.

Failure to report a boating accident is a criminal offense and may result in prosecution by TWRA.