New Jersey Car Accident Reports

Get a Car Accident Report in the State of New Jersey

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How to Report?

Car Accident in the State of New Jersey

If you’ve been involved in a car accident in New Jersey, obtaining the official police report is an important step in supporting an insurance claim, preparing for legal proceedings, or simply maintaining accurate personal documentation. In New Jersey, crash reports are created by the law enforcement agency that responded to the incident and can be requested online or through that agency directly.

This guide will explain how to request a New Jersey accident report, who is eligible to access it, and what details are typically included.

Who Can Access a Crash Report in New Jersey?

Crash reports in New Jersey are public records, but full access is generally limited to:

Individuals involved in the crash
Vehicle owners
Insurance carriers and adjusters
Legal representatives or attorneys
Law enforcement or government agencies

Members of the public may be able to request reports, but personally identifying information may be redacted.

Which Agency Filed the Report?

Crash reports are filed by the agency that investigated the incident. In New Jersey, this could be:

New Jersey State Police (NJSP) – for crashes on the Garden State Parkway, New Jersey Turnpike, or state highways
Municipal Police Departments – for accidents within local city or town limits
County Sheriff’s Offices – for unincorporated or county-level incidents

Guide To Report

How to Report Accident in New Jersey

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

1. Online via the New Jersey State Police Crash Report Request System

If the crash was investigated by the New Jersey State Police:

Visit: https://www.njportal.com/NJSP/CrashReports
Enter the required details:
- Report number (case number)
- Last name of an involved party
- Crash date
Pay the $13.00 fee via credit/debit card
Download a PDF copy of the report

Availability: Reports are generally available within 7–10 business days after the crash.

2. From a Local Police Department

If your crash was handled by a city or town police department:

Visit or call the agency’s records division
Provide:
- Date, time, and location of the crash
- Names of the drivers
- Report number (if known)
Pay the standard fee (usually $5 to $15 depending on the agency)

Many local police departments also offer report access via CrashDocs.org or LexisNexis.

3. By Mail

You can also request reports by mail through the responding police agency:

Write a request including crash details
Include a copy of your ID and payment (check or money order)
Include a self-addressed stamped envelope

Mail to the address provided by the specific police department

4. Through Your Insurance Company or Attorney

Your insurer or legal representative may already have access to the crash report and can provide a copy if they’ve requested it on your behalf.

What’s Included in a New Jersey Crash Report?

A standard New Jersey accident report typically includes:

Names, contact information, and license numbers of involved drivers
Vehicle make, model, and registration details
Insurance policy information
Time, date, and exact location of the crash
Road, weather, and lighting conditions
Officer’s diagram and narrative description
Citations issued or traffic violations noted
Witness statements (if provided)
Injury and property damage details

FAQS

About Report

NJ State Police Reports: Available within 7–10 business days
Local agency reports: Typically available within 5–10 business days
Serious or fatal crashes: May take longer due to extended investigations

Crash reports are not sent automatically—you must request them
Make sure to contact the correct agency based on where the crash occurred
Some reports may be redacted depending on the requester’s relationship to the incident
Reports from toll roads or highways are typically handled by the NJ State Police

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