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How to Obtain an Accident Report

By Jan Hoen

In the US, according to 2019 estimates, 36,096 people die every year because of motor vehicle crashes, and millions more are injured. With auto accidents on the rise and lawsuits being incredibly complex, a qualified lawyer at the Hampton Injury Law firm can greatly assist you. There are many reports and documents that you need when filing a claim, and it can be challenging to determine which ones are required for your case.

Regardless of the type of auto accident you have been involved in, you must attain the accident report. This report is an instrumental piece of evidence that can greatly influence the success of your case. An Isle of Wight County lawyer can help gain your accident report so that your claim has every advantage. 

What Does A Police Accident Report Tell You About Your Auto Accident?

If you are wondering if you are allowed to obtain your police accident report, you will be pleased to learn that you, your attorney, or the insurer can access the accident report. However, you should be aware that you can only obtain an accident report if you are directly involved in the accident that transpired. 

In Virginia, police officers use the accident report FR300P, and this report includes essential information regarding your accident, which can include:

  • The report will have your basic information on it, such as the date of the accident, the time of the event, and the location of where it happened.
  • It will have all the details of the drivers and passengers involved in the crash and the vehicle information. Additionally, it will have the vehicle owners’ names, insurance company details, and the addresses of those involved. 
  • There will be a crash diagram and a description detailing what happened in the accident. 
  • The report will have all relevant details surrounding the circumstances surrounding the accident, including what contributed to it. Details such as if a driver was distracted, driving under the influence, or speeding. 

The Information You Need To Get a Copy of Your Accident Report in Virginia and How Much It Will Cost

Below is the information you need to state when you are requesting a certified copy of your accident report. In Virginia, at present, the cost of your accident report from the DMV is $8. 

  • Your name needs to be clearly written.
  • You need to state your involvement with the accident, such as if you were a driver or passenger.
  • The name of the other party/s involved in the accident.
  • Where the accident occurred, including the street name and city.
  • The date and time that the accident transpired.
  • If you were a driver, you would need to state your driver’s license number. 

How to Obtain a Copy of an Isle of Wight County Accident Report

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is required to keep a copy of your police accident report for 36 months from the date of the accident. You can request to obtain this report within a day or two. This is because it is the responsibility of the police officer in charge of the accident to complete the report and send it to the DMV within 24 hours. 

  • To obtain the report, you can submit an information request form (CRD 93) as long as it includes the basic information we listed above in person or via fax to your local DMV.
  • You can also submit a written request if you cannot fill out the required information in the CRD 93 form. You can choose to fax this, or you can mail it to your DMV.

Once your request has been processed along with your payment, you should receive a certified copy of your police accident report via first-class mail within a few weeks. 

Contact an Isle of Wight County Auto Accident Lawyer Promptly

Requesting a certified copy of your accident report is not as complicated as you might have been led to believe. However, the steps after attaining your report can be incredibly complex, which is why you should get in touch with a qualified Isle of Wight County accident lawyer. We at Hampton Injury Law have the experience needed to help you advantageously use your police report. Additionally, if you have any further questions surrounding how to get or understand your police accident report, we can help resolve them.

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