How Do I Get A Copy Of My Crash Report?
One of the most important sources of evidence your insurance company will request after a collision in Ohio is a copy of your official traffic crash report. This report will contain vital information that could prove incredibly beneficial should you decide to seek compensation from your insurance company.
When you call 911 after a crash, an unbiased law enforcement officer will gather all of the facts of your crash at the scene. That’s why it’s vital to contact the police after any crash, no matter how minor it may seem. While you can file your own crash report in the state of Ohio, insurance companies will take an officer’s account of what occurred as unbiased and therefore more truthful.
Common Questions About the Ohio Crash Report
Anyone with a vested interest in your accident can request a copy of your official crash report, including but not limited to:
● All individuals involved in the crash
● Law enforcement officials
● Lawyers
● Courts
● Witnesses
The waiting period after which your accident report becomes available through Ohio State Highway Patrol is a minimum of seven business days after your crash. Reports are typically made available within ten days of an accident. However, you can request a copy of your report at any time right here. Click HERE to find out how!
Requesting a copy of your accident report through local law enforcement agencies, such as the city of Columbus, costs 5 cents per page. The Ohio State Highway Patrol charges a processing fee of $4 to recover a certified copy of your report. You may also be charged additional fees for any crash scene photos.
We believe you should never have to pay for legal documentation that could benefit your claim. That’s why we will provide an official copy of your Ohio Traffic Accident Report without ever asking for payment.
If you were involved in a collision in an Ohio city, you could request a copy of your report by calling the local law enforcement agency where the accident took place. If your accident took place in the Ohio State Highway Patrol jurisdiction, you might contact them by phone at (614) 466-3536 to request a copy of your report. Both of these methods will require you to pay a processing fee to recover your crash report.
You don’t need an accident report to file a claim with your insurance company in Ohio, but it’s often extremely beneficial. A report could significantly increase your chances of receiving the appropriate financial compensation for your injuries, damages, pain and suffering, and other expenses.
Without access to your report, the insurance adjuster assigned to your claim may not have enough evidence to offer you the settlement you need and deserve. That’s why you should always have an accident report filed by a police officer at the scene of your crash and obtain a certified copy as soon as possible.
Skip the long lines and trips to local agencies. Simply fill out the brief questionnaire to request a completely free copy of your Ohio Traffic Crash Report today!
