Pennsylvania law requires coroners and medical examiners to report vehicle-related deaths within five days, including details of the accident. They must also collect blood and urine samples from certain deceased individuals involved in accidents and send these samples for testing. Additionally, garages and repair shops have reporting obligations when vehicles are brought in for repairs, though specific details are not provided here.
Coroners and medical examiners must report any vehicle-related death within five days to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.
Blood and urine samples are collected from all individuals over 15 years old who die within four hours of a vehicle accident.
Reports must be kept in the coroner's or medical examiner's office for a period of two years.
While the specific reporting requirements are not detailed here, garages are generally required to report certain vehicle repairs or incidents as mandated by Pennsylvania law.