Does picking up the car require the injured party's consent?

[JulianAnn]

Picking up the car does not necessarily require the injured party's consent, depending on two scenarios: 1. If both parties reach an agreement on the accident details, liability division, and compensation, and sign a settlement agreement, the car can be picked up; 2. If both parties cannot reach an agreement, the traffic police should issue an accident liability determination within 10 working days. The car can be picked up on the third day after receiving the determination document, without requiring the injured party's signature. During the accident investigation period, the vehicle must undergo inspections, such as speed, collision marks, and brake functionality, which play a crucial role in determining liability. Article 39 of the Road Traffic Accident Handling Procedures stipulates that for evidence collection purposes, the traffic management department of the public security authority may detain the accident vehicle and issue an administrative compulsory measures certificate. The detained vehicle must be properly stored, and goods carried by the accident vehicle must not be detained.