Malden Crash Reports

In Massachusetts, accident reports are open to everyone because they're public records. The Massachusetts rules say everyone can see these documents, like police notes, unless there's a special reason they can't. But sometimes, parts of the report might be hidden to keep personal details secret or if there's a current investigation happening.

There are different ways to get an accident report in Massachusetts, depending on the agency that filed the report. If the report was filed by the Massachusetts State Police, you can request a copy online or by mail. If the report was filed by a local police department, such as the Malden Police Department, you can contact them directly and ask for their public records request procedure. You can also use online services that provide access to crash reports from various sources.

If you have a car crash in Massachusetts, here's what to do:

1. Safely stop and move off the road if you can. Stay until you've shared info with others and told the police.
2. If someone's hurt or damage looks over $1,000, dial 911. The police will come, make a report, and you'll need this for insurance and legal stuff.
3. If you or someone else feels hurt, see a doctor. You might have injuries you can't see right away. Save all medical papers and bills.
4. Share insurance details with the other drivers. Get their names, addresses, phones, car info, and driver IDs. If people saw the crash, get their contact details.
5. Talk to the police and give them info, but don't say you caused the crash or say sorry. What you say might be used against you. Just share what you remember.
6. Take pictures of where it happened, the cars, and any injuries. This helps show what happened and can remind you later.
7. Tell your insurance quickly about the crash. Do what they ask and share info. Before agreeing to anything or signing papers, talk to a lawyer.
8. If you're unsure about things, get a lawyer who knows car accidents. They can guide you, talk to insurance for you, and help you get what's fair if you had harm or damage.

You need a Massachusetts crash report for several reasons. First, it is required by law to file a crash report within five days of an accident that resulted in injury, death, or property damage over $1,000. Failure to do so can result in fines, license suspension, or criminal charges. Second, it is a valuable source of information for your insurance claim and legal case. It contains details about the date, time, location, weather, road conditions, vehicles, drivers, passengers, witnesses, injuries, and damages of the accident. It also indicates who was at fault and whether any citations were issued. Third, it can help you prove your liability and damages to the insurance companies and the court. It can support your claim that the other party was negligent and caused your injuries and losses. It can also show the extent of your damages and justify your demand for compensation.