Crashes that occured prior to September 1st, 2017 will require the old Blue Form, while crashes that have occured after September 1st, 2017 can be documented with the older form. Per Senate Bill 312, CR-2 forms are no longer retained by the Texas Department of Transportation and the form itself has been slightly updated. If you have to fill out a Texas Blue Form, the form you fill out will depend on when your accident occurred.
If an individual other than the driver completes the report, an explanation should be given as to why the driver was unable to complete the form. However, another individual is allowed to complete the report on the driver’s behalf if the driver is unable to complete the report. The crash report should be completed by the driver involved in the crash. Who Should Complete A Driver’s Crash Report (Form CR-2)?
While the state needs to collect statistical information, a blue form does not hold the same weight or authority in court as a police report.
This form serves as documentation of your crash for the Texas DOT and can also be used in your case.