Massachusetts Car Accident Reports

Get a Car Accident Report in the State of Massachusetts

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How to Report?

Car Accident in the State of Massachusetts

If you’ve recently been involved in a motor vehicle accident in Massachusetts, obtaining a copy of the police report is essential for insurance claims, legal matters, or personal documentation. In Massachusetts, accident reports are prepared by the responding law enforcement agency and are processed by the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) or kept on file with local departments.

This guide will walk you through how to request a crash report in Massachusetts, who can obtain one, and what information is included.

Who Can Request a Crash Report in Massachusetts?

Crash reports in Massachusetts are public records, but access may be limited to certain parties, including:

Drivers and passengers involved in the crash
Vehicle owners
Attorneys or law firms representing involved parties
Insurance companies or claims representatives
Law enforcement agencies
Other parties with a legal interest in the report

Reports containing sensitive or confidential information may be partially redacted in accordance with state privacy laws.

What Agency Filed the Report?

The agency that responded to your crash will be the one responsible for creating the report. In Massachusetts, this could include:

Massachusetts State Police (MSP) – typically for highway and interstate accidents
Municipal Police Departments – for accidents within city or town limits
Local Sheriff’s Departments – for rural or county-level incidents

Some reports are filed with the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) and are centrally accessible through their request system.

Guide To Report

How to Report Accident in Massachusetts

There are three official ways to request your Massachusetts
car accident report:

1. Online via the Massachusetts RMV

If the crash was investigated by the Massachusetts State Police or reported to the RMV, you can request a copy of the report online.

To request a report:

Visit: https://www.mass.gov/how-to/request-a-crash-report
Fill out the “Crash Report Request Form”
Provide:
- Crash date and location
- Names of involved drivers
- Vehicle information
- Police department name (if known)
- Your contact information
Pay the $20.00 fee by check or money order (made payable to MassDOT)

Mail your request to:

Crash Records
Registry of Motor Vehicles
P.O. Box 55889
Boston, MA 02205-5889

Reports are typically available within 4 weeks of submission.

2. Requesting From a Local Police Department

If your crash was handled by a city or town police department, you may request the report directly from their records division.

Options often include:

In-person requests
Mail-in forms or email submissions
Online portals such as LexisNexis or CrashDocs (if your department participates)

Fees vary but are generally between $5.00 and $15.00. Be sure to provide:

Report number (if known)
Names of involved parties
Crash date and location

Valid identification

3. From Your Insurance Company or Attorney

If you are represented by a lawyer or your insurance company is handling your claim, they may already have requested the accident report on your behalf. Check with them before submitting your own request.

What Information Is Included in a Massachusetts Crash Report?

Massachusetts accident reports contain a wide range of details, including:

Names and contact info of all involved drivers
Vehicle descriptions, registration numbers, and VINs
Insurance company names and policy numbers
Road conditions and lighting at the time of the crash
Officer’s diagram and written narrative of the scene
Witness statements (if available)
Description of property damage or injuries
Any citations or violations issued

This information is crucial for determining liability, supporting insurance claims, or preparing for potential legal disputes.

FAQS

About Report

- RMV reports: Available within 4 weeks of submitting the request
- Local agency reports: Usually available within 5–10 business days
Serious/fatal crashes: May require additional time for investigative review

Reports are not automatically sent to drivers—you must submit a formal request
Always confirm which agency handled the crash before requesting the report
Make sure your request form is filled out completely to avoid delays
Include proper payment and identification if required

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