Will a Dash Cam Help Me in Court?
By Darwin F. Johnson on May 25th, 2018 in Atlanta Accident Law
If you have been in a car accident where the other driver was at fault, then you’ve probably thought about installing a dash cam in your vehicle. This small camera can provide vital evidence that the other driver was:
- Speeding excessively
- Driving while distracted or drowsy
- Acting aggressively
- At fault in a hit-and-run
A dash cam will also show other causes of an auto accident such as unsafe road conditions and missing traffic signs. You can find a simple dash cam for as little as $60, but don’t pull out your wallet just yet …
Know the Law
If you speak with a personal injury and workman comp lawyer in Atlanta, Georgia, you’ll find out that your dash cam might not always be legal. This device might come with a suction cup, but don’t mount it on your windshield! It is illegal in Georgia to obstruct your view of the road by attaching items to your front window.
If the courts determine that your dash cam was improperly mounted, then the footage cannot be used to support your case, and you could even receive a fine.
Video Evidence Isn’t Always Clear
A dash cam video may not tell the whole story. The dash cam might have only recorded part of the accident, low-quality images can be confusing, and the footage doesn’t always show the reason why an accident occurred, which is the most important question when determining who is at fault.
Will It Help Your Case or Theirs?
If you have video evidence from a dash cam, then you are legally required to turn it over to the court. Therefore, if you install a dash cam, it is your responsibility to drive safely and accept your role in an accident.
Don’t Just Rely on Your Dash Cam
The courts will consider many pieces of evidence when determining who is at fault during an auto accident, so you should always:
- Record all relevant details about the crash
- Get eyewitness accounts
- Take photos
- File a police report
Finally, if you have been injured in a motor accident, then you shouldn’t have to suffer the financial burden alone. Call 404-521-2667 today to schedule a no-cost consultation with our personal injury and workers’ compensation lawyers in Atlanta at the Law Offices of Darwin F. Johnson.
