Under the CR-3 Traffic Code, what constitutes a "traffic accident"?

A "traffic accident," as defined by the CR-3 Traffic Code, specifically refers to a collision that results in damage to vehicles, injury to individuals, or even loss of life. This definition emphasizes that a traffic accident is primarily concerned with incidents where there is a tangible impact caused by the interaction of two or more vehicles, which can lead to varying degrees of harm or property damage.

In contrast, a vehicle breakdown on the road, while it may lead to emergencies, does not constitute a collision and hence does not fit the criteria of a traffic accident. Similarly, incidents involving road construction can affect traffic flows, but they do not inherently result from vehicle collisions. Minor altercations between two drivers, which may involve disputes or arguments, do not qualify as traffic accidents if they do not lead to physical damage or injury. The focus on damage, injury, or death in the definition underlines the seriousness of traffic accidents and the consequences they entail.