At the scene of a crash — Tennessee Permit Test

At the scene of a crash on the Tennessee permit test — 4 rules, each with the reason behind it and a question on it while it is fresh.

The rules

Drivers in a crash must stop immediately at the scene, or as close to it as possible without blocking traffic.

Leaving a crash scene can turn a fender bender into a hit-and-run charge, and someone hurt may be left without help.

The law requires drivers of vehicles involved in a crash to stop immediately at the scene, or as close to the scene as possible without obstructing traffic.

Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, p.89

After a crash, turn off the ignition in the damaged vehicle to prevent a fire.

Leaking fuel near a hot engine can catch fire. Cutting the ignition removes the spark.

Turn off the ignition in the damaged vehicle to prevent a fire.

Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, p.89

After a crash, get the name, address and driver's license number of the other drivers.

Without the other driver's details, you may have no way to make a claim for your damage later.

name, address and driver’s license number of other drivers;

Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, p.89

After a crash, you should notify your insurance company immediately.

Insurers set deadlines for claims. Calling late can slow your repairs or risk your coverage.

You should notify your insurance company immediately.

Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, p.90

On the test

If you are involved in a crash, where must you stop?

At or as close to the scene as possible. Leaving a crash scene can turn a fender bender into a hit-and-run charge, and someone hurt may be left without help. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, p.89: “The law requires drivers of vehicles involved in a crash to stop immediately at the scene, or as close to the scene as possible without obstructing traffic.”

How this works

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Where these come from

Every rule here is checked against Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, published by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, and against the state code itself. Last checked 2026-10-03.