During what circumstance do you NOT have to report an accident in Texas?

In Texas, a reportable accident typically involves specific criteria regarding damages and injuries. The correct circumstance where you do not have to report an accident is when the property damage is below $1,000. This threshold is established by Texas law; if the damage does not meet or exceed this amount, there is no legal obligation to report the incident to law enforcement or to file an official report.

This rule simplifies the process for minor accidents, where the costs are low and the likelihood of legal disputes over damages is minimal. Other options may involve factors like the presence of damage or agreements between parties, but they do not negate the requirement to report if damages are over the set threshold. Similarly, the lack of injuries does not exempt a driver from reporting if the property damage is significant enough to warrant it. Thus, staying under the $1,000 threshold effectively means that a formal report is unnecessary.