Major
Accident Investigation Team (MAIT)
The Major Accident Investigation
Team’s primary responsibility is to respond to and conduct
the investigation of all fatal, major injury, and extensive property
damage due to motor vehicle traffic accidents.
All M.A.I.T.-qualified personnel
are highly trained in the field of accident investigation. The minimum
level of training achieved by these personnel is Technical Accident
Investigation (or equivalent). Ongoing training for M.A.I.T. personnel
is conducted quarterly in the various specialized fields of accident
investigation.
The M.A.I.T. team works closely
with the Washoe County District Attorney's Office in investigating
accidents that involve possible prosecution, and they provide assistance
to other local law enforcement agencies when requested.
