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(a) In this section, “operator” means the person assigned by a railroad company to be responsible for the operation of a train.
(b) An operator who is involved, while operating a locomotive, in a collision resulting in injury to or death of a person or damage to a vehicle that is driven or attended by a person shall immediately stop the locomotive at the scene of the collision.
(c) The operator shall render to a person injured in the collision reasonable assistance, including transporting, or the making of arrangements for transporting, the person to a physician, surgeon, or hospital for medical or surgical treatment if it is apparent that treatment is necessary or if the injured person requests transportation.
(d) A person who violates this section commits an offense. An offense under this subsection is a Class C misdemeanor.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Transportation Code - TRANSP § 112.103. Duty to Stop and Render Aid; Offense - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/transportation-code/transp-sect-112-103/
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