What is the purpose of the TB-40 Traffic Report?

The TB-40 Traffic Report serves the important role of documenting traffic hazards observed by officers. This report allows law enforcement to communicate specific conditions that may affect roadway safety, such as debris in the road, dangerous weather conditions, or any other factors that could pose a risk to drivers. By formally recording these hazards, authorities can take appropriate action to address them and help maintain safe driving conditions.

While reporting traffic accidents and documenting traffic tickets are also crucial activities for law enforcement, those are typically recorded on different forms or reports, such as accident reports or ticket citation forms. Filing vehicle registrations pertains to a completely separate administrative process unrelated to immediate safety concerns on the roads. Thus, the TB-40 specifically focuses on hazards rather than other traffic-related functions.