Oklahoma Car Accident Reports

Get a Car Accident Report in the State of Oklahoma

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Car Accident in the State of Oklahoma

If you’ve recently been in a motor vehicle accident in Oklahoma, obtaining a copy of the official crash report is a critical step in managing insurance claims, preparing for legal action, or keeping accurate records. In Oklahoma, crash reports are prepared by the investigating law enforcement agency and can be obtained through the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety (DPS) or the local police or sheriff’s department involved.

This guide explains how to get a car accident report in Oklahoma, who is eligible to request it, and what information is included.

Who Can Access a Crash Report in Oklahoma?

Crash reports in Oklahoma are public records, but access may be limited or redacted depending on the circumstances. Typically, access is granted to:

  • Drivers and passengers involved in the crash

  • Registered vehicle owners

  • Insurance carriers and agents

  • Legal representatives or attorneys

  • Law enforcement and governmental agencies

The general public (with sensitive info redacted)

What Agency Filed the Report?

In Oklahoma, crash reports are created by the agency that responded to the scene. This could include:

  • Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP) – for accidents on highways and state roads

  • City or Municipal Police Departments – for urban area crashes

  • County Sheriff’s Offices – for incidents in rural or unincorporated areas

If the crash was investigated by OHP, the report will be available through the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety (DPS).

Guide To Report

How to Report Accident in Oklahoma

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

1. Online via the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety

For crashes investigated by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol:

  • Visit: https://www.ok.gov/dps/Collision_Reports/index.html

  • Provide:

    • Report number or

    • Last name of a party and crash date

  • Pay the $7.00 fee with a credit or debit card

  • Download the report as a PDF

Availability: Reports are usually ready within 7–10 business days.

2. From a Local Police or Sheriff’s Department

If a local police department or sheriff’s office filed the report:

  • Contact the agency’s records division directly

  • Request in person, by mail, or through their website (if offered)

  • Provide crash details:

    • Date, time, and location

    • Names of the drivers involved

    • Report number (if known)

  • Pay the required fee (typically $5 to $10)

Some departments also use third-party services like CrashDocs or LexisNexis for online access.

3. By Mail (DPS Reports Only)

To request a crash report by mail from DPS:

  • Send a written request including:

    • Report number

    • Crash date and location

    • Names of drivers

  • Include a check or money order for $7.00 made out to “Oklahoma Department of Public Safety”

  • Mail to:

Oklahoma Department of Public Safety
Records Management Division
P.O. Box 11415
Oklahoma City, OK 73136-0415

Allow up to 2–3 weeks for mail processing.

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4. Through Legal or Insurance Providers

If you’re working with an insurance company or legal representative, they may be able to retrieve the crash report for you as part of their case handling.

What Is Included in a Oklahoma Accident Report?

A standard Oklahoma crash report typically includes:

  • Names, addresses, and license numbers of involved drivers

  • Vehicle descriptions, VINs, and license plate numbers

  • Insurance policy information

  • Time, date, and exact crash location

  • Officer’s narrative and diagram

  • Road, weather, and lighting conditions

  • Injury and fatality details

  • Witness statements (if applicable)

  • Citations or violations issued

This documentation is critical for determining fault and processing claims.

FAQS

About Report

  • DPS reports: Typically within 7–10 business days

  • Local agency reports: Usually ready within 5–10 business days

  • Serious or fatal crashes: May take longer due to ongoing investigations
  • Reports are not automatically provided—you must request them

  • Double-check which agency filed the report before starting your request

  • Some information may be redacted for privacy reasons

  • Provide as much detail as possible to avoid delays
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