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Art. 51 Strassenverkehrsgesetz (SVG)
SVG; III. Titel: Verkehrsregeln; Grundregel; 4. Abschnitt: Verhalten bei Unfällen
Art. 51 SVG
Ereignet sich ein Unfall, an dem ein Motorfahrzeug oder Fahrrad beteiligt ist, so müssen alle Beteiligten sofort anhalten. Sie haben nach Möglichkeit für die Sicherung des Verkehrs zu sorgen.
Sind Personen verletzt, so haben alle Beteiligten für Hilfe zu sorgen, Unbeteiligte, soweit es ihnen zumutbar ist. Die Beteiligten, in erster Linie die Fahrzeugführer, haben die Polizei zu benachrichtigen. Alle Beteiligten, namentlich auch Mitfahrende, haben bei der Feststellung des Tatbestandes mitzuwirken. Ohne Zustimmung der Polizei dürfen sie die Unfallstelle nur verlassen, soweit sie selbst Hilfe benötigen, oder um Hilfe oder die Polizei herbeizurufen.
Ist nur Sachschaden entstanden, so hat der Schädiger sofort den Geschädigten zu benachrichtigen und Namen und Adresse anzugeben. Wenn dies nicht möglich ist, hat er unverzüglich die Polizei zu verständigen.
Bei Unfällen auf Bahnübergängen haben die Beteiligten die Bahnverwaltung unverzüglich zu benachrichtigen.
Gerichtsentscheide zu dieser Bestimmung (348)
ZZ.1996.18 · so (Art. 51 Abs. 1 SVG)
Driver Conviction Upheld for Failure to Stop After Minor Collision
This article defines the conduct of a driver who fails to stop after an accident, forming the basis of the conviction.
38851 · nw (Art. 92 Abs. 1 i.V.m. Art. 51 Abs. 1 und Abs. 3 SVG und Art. 54 Abs. 1 VRV)
Driver Appeal of Negligent Violations, Willful Misconduct, and Obstruction of Fitness Determination
Basis for finding the appellant guilty of intentional misconduct after an accident.
SR1 2024 59 · gr (Art. 51 Abs. 3 SVG in Verbindung mit Art. 92 Abs. 1 SVG)
Driver Appeals Sentence for Drunk Driving and Hit-and-Run; Prosecution Cross-Appeals for Harsher Penalty
The appellant was found guilty of wrongful conduct in case of an accident based on this provision.
SU240040 · zh (Art. 51 Abs. 3 SVG)
*State v. Defendant* (Traffic Violations Appeal)
Cited in the dispositive as a basis for the conviction of failing to stop after an accident.
SST.2024.89 · ag (Art. 51 Abs. 3 SVG)
Appeal Dismissed: Defendant's Reckless Driving and DUI Convictions Upheld
Cited as a basis for determining the sentence for negligent behavior during an accident.
SST.2024.273 · ag (Art. 51 Abs. 3 SVG)
Driver found guilty of gross violation of traffic rules for red light violation and illegal turn.
Cited in conjunction with other provisions for the conviction of failing to report a traffic accident.
SU240025 · zh (Art. 92 Abs. 1 SVG i.V.m. Art. 51 Abs. 1 SVG)
Failure to Control Vehicle and Post-Accident Obligations Upheld Despite Property Damage Acquittal
Provision establishing the guilt for wrongful conduct following an accident, cited in order 1 of the final ruling.
P1 24 103 · vs (Art. 92 Abs. 1 SVG i.V.m. Art. 51 Abs. 3 SVG)
Traffic Violation, Obstruction, and Accident Conduct Appeal
The appellant was acquitted of the charge of culpable conduct in case of an accident.
CPEN.2023.79 · ne (art. 51 LCR)
Police Tribunal Conviction Upheld on Reckless Driving, Hit-and-Run, and Threat Charges
Cited in the preamble of the orders to confirm the lower court's decision regarding facts related to the traffic violation (failure to stop/provide details after an accident).
SST.2023.209 · ag (Art. 51 Abs. 2 SVG)
Driver Acquitted of Negligent Bodily Harm, Convicted of Traffic Violations and Leaving Scene, Fine Reduced Due to Trial Delay
The defendant is found guilty of failure to stop after an accident involving injury for failing to provide assistance and inform the police.
SK 2023 576 · be (Art. 51 Abs. 1 SVG)
Traffic Accident Hit-and-Run; Failure to Stop; Actual Damage Requirement
Although the final acquittal was based on the lack of actual damage, the reasoning heavily discussed the applicability of this general duty to stop and secure the scene, which implies its relevance to the charges considered.
SK 2023 576 · be (Art. 51 Abs. 3 SVG)
Traffic Accident Hit-and-Run; Failure to Stop; Actual Damage Requirement
Although the acquittal was ultimately based on the lack of established damage negating the reporting duty under this article, it formed the core legal basis of the charge being reviewed.
SK 2023 576 · be (Art. 51 SVG)
Traffic Accident Hit-and-Run; Failure to Stop; Actual Damage Requirement
While fundamental to the case, the explicit citation in the dispositive is only for Art. 92 Abs. 1 SVG in relation to the conviction.
SU240003 · zh (Art. 92 Abs. 1 i.V.m. Art. 51 Abs. 3 SVG)
Negligent Traffic Violation and Hit-and-Run Appeal Dismissed
Basis for finding the accused guilty of culpable conduct after an accident.
CPEN.2023.76 · ne (Art. 51 al. 3 LCR)
Traffic Violation and Hit-and-Run Conviction Upheld
Cited in conjunction with other provisions to confirm the judgment regarding violation of duties in case of an accident.