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How to Get Your Crash Report

Every state handles police crash reports differently. Find your state below for exact fees, timelines, online portals, and step-by-step instructions.

50 + DC

All States Covered

12

No-Fault / Choice

39

At-Fault

WHY IT MATTERS

Why You Need Your Crash Report

Insurance Claims

Your crash report is the foundation of every insurance claim. Adjusters use it to determine fault and calculate payouts.

Legal Evidence

If you need to file a lawsuit, the official police report is a critical piece of evidence your attorney will need.

Time-Sensitive

Every state has a statute of limitations. Getting your report early helps preserve evidence and meet deadlines.

Fair Compensation

Reports document injuries, property damage, and witness info, all essential for pursuing fair compensation for your injuries and damages.

SELECT YOUR STATE

Crash Report Guides by State

Alabama

Alabama

at-fault

From $17.00

Alaska

Alaska

at-fault
Arizona

Arizona

at-fault

From $5.00 - $9.00

Arkansas

Arkansas

at-fault

From $10.00 - $25.00

California

California

at-fault

From Free (CHP portal for involved parties)

Colorado

Colorado

at-fault

From $5.00

Connecticut

Connecticut

at-fault

From $16.00 (plus vendor convenience fee)

Delaware

Delaware

at-fault
District of Columbia

District of Columbia

at-fault
Florida

Florida

no-fault

From $12.00 ($10.00 report + $2.00 convenience fee)

Georgia

Georgia

at-fault

From $5.00 - $13.00

Hawaii

Hawaii

no-fault
Idaho

Idaho

at-fault

From $7.00 plus transaction fee

Illinois

Illinois

at-fault

From $5.00 plus 2.35% service fee (minimum $1.00)

Indiana

Indiana

at-fault

From $12.00

Iowa

Iowa

at-fault

From $4.00

Kansas

Kansas

no-fault

From $5.00

Kentucky

Kentucky

choice

From $10.00

Louisiana

Louisiana

at-fault

From $11.50 plus 2.5% + $2.50 processing fee

Maine

Maine

at-fault

From $10.00

Maryland

Maryland

at-fault
Massachusetts

Massachusetts

no-fault
Michigan

Michigan

no-fault

From $15.00

Minnesota

Minnesota

no-fault
Mississippi

Mississippi

at-fault

From $20.00

Missouri

Missouri

at-fault
Montana

Montana

at-fault
Nebraska

Nebraska

at-fault

From $13.00 + tax

Nevada

Nevada

at-fault

From $10.00

New Hampshire

New Hampshire

at-fault
New Jersey

New Jersey

no-fault

From $5.00 - $13.00

New Mexico

New Mexico

at-fault

From $7.50

New York

New York

no-fault

From $22.00 ($7.00 search + $15.00 report)

North Carolina

North Carolina

at-fault

From $6.50

North Dakota

North Dakota

no-fault

From $7.00

Ohio

Ohio

at-fault
Oklahoma

Oklahoma

at-fault

From $7.00

Oregon

Oregon

at-fault
Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania

choice

From $22.00

Rhode Island

Rhode Island

at-fault

From $6.00

South Carolina

South Carolina

at-fault

From $10.00

South Dakota

South Dakota

at-fault

From $10.00

Tennessee

Tennessee

at-fault

From $10.00

Texas

Texas

at-fault

From $6.00 (uncertified) / $8.00 (certified)

Utah

Utah

no-fault

From $10.00

Vermont

Vermont

at-fault

From $20.00

Virginia

Virginia

at-fault
Washington

Washington

at-fault

From $10.50

West Virginia

West Virginia

at-fault

From $20.00

Wisconsin

Wisconsin

at-fault

From $6.00

Wyoming

Wyoming

at-fault

From $3.00 (+ $2.50 credit card service fee)

QUICK REFERENCE

At-Fault vs. No-Fault States

At-Fault States (39)

The at-fault driver's insurance pays for damages

No-Fault States (10) + Choice (2)

Each driver's own insurance pays regardless of fault

* Choice states allow drivers to opt out of no-fault coverage

Been in an Accident?

Getting your crash report is step one. Step two is connecting with an attorney who can help you pursue the compensation you may be entitled to.

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