Statements made to police are generally privileged under section 316.066, Florida Statutes. This privilege is frequently called the “accident report privilege.” As a driver is “compelled” by Florida law to give the information described by the statute above and is required by law to make a report, whatever that driver says to the police as part of the accident investigation is privileged and cannot be used in either a civil or criminal trial. Thereafter, the police may give appropriate Miranda warnings and interrogate.

 

If you or a loved one has been involved in a car accident, please discuss your case with a Lakeland car accident attorney. Car accident cases are full of nuances and legal hoops to jump through. We suggest that you seek professional legal counsel before handling these matters. A car accident attorney with Russo Law is available to meet with you in our office on Lakeland Hills Boulevard.