Safe driving and emergenciesQuestion 291 of 296

You are in a collision on a highway. What must you do first?

  1. Drive to the nearest police station
  2. Stop at once, stay at the scene, and help people who are hurt
  3. Leave your details and drive away
  4. Move your car away from the scene and wait at home
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Correct answer: Stop at once, stay at the scene, and help people who are hurt

The law says you must stop at once and stay at the scene, unless a peace officer tells you to leave. You must also give all reasonable help to anyone involved.

Source: Traffic Safety Act (S.N.S. 2025, c. 20), in force 19 October 2026, Section 221, Duties after a collision

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026