The Role of the California Highway Patrol in Investigating Truck Accidents
Three state highways cross Modesto, CA: 99, 108, and 132. Highway 99 is a major route for trucks. Since heavy trucks generate incredible amounts of force in collisions, truck accidents can be particularly severe, often causing catastrophic injuries.
In an emergency, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) directs traffic under Section 2410 of the California Vehicle Code (CVC). CHP’s command designation gives them responsibility for the incident scene and traffic impacts associated with other agencies’ involvement.
CHP investigates and analyzes significant truck accidents in Modesto. An investigation involves the reconstruction of an incident and studies possible contributing factors. The ultimate goal is to identify what causes big truck accidents and prevent them from reoccurring.