USAREUR Practice Exam

If a traffic accident is only investigated by German officials, what is required of U.S. Forces drivers?

1. Notify the military police

2. Not required to notify military police

3. Notify the local authorities

4. File a report with the U.S. Embassy

The correct answer is: Not required to notify military police

In the scenario where a traffic accident is solely investigated by German officials, U.S. Forces drivers are not required to notify military police. This stems from the legal framework governing U.S. military operations in Germany, where German authorities have jurisdiction over traffic accidents that occur on public roads. The necessity for military police involvement diminishes when the accident falls under German law and is being handled exclusively by local authorities. Drivers should still be aware of local reporting requirements, which can vary based on the specifics of the incident. However, since the investigation is being conducted by the German officials, the procedural responsibility shifts to local authorities, thus making notification to military police non-mandatory in this context. Understanding this distinction is crucial for U.S. Forces drivers to ensure compliance with both U.S. military policies and German law.