If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident in Virginia that results in bodily injury, death, and/or property damage (including damage to a vehicle), you are required to report the incident to the police within 24 hours. You will also likely need to report the accident to your insurance company. Most insurance providers include information on when you must report accidents in their policies; it’s a good idea to check your insurance policy to determine how long you have to report the accident. In any case, it is always a good idea to notify your auto insurance company of an accident as soon as possible.