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133 N Riverfront Blvd 31
Non-Emergency:
214-749-8641
LAST REPORTED INCIDENTS:
Last updated on: Dec 12, 2024
By: Accident Monitoring Team
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How to get an accident report from Dallas County, Texas

  The cost of a Police report in Texas typically ranges from $6 to $20, depending on the how you obtain it. You will likely need to provide information such as the report number, your name, drivers license number, vehicle plate number, the date/time of accident, location of accident, who was involved in the accident, your mailing address, phone number, and email.
  Dallas County Sheriff's Office offer's 2 ways to get a copy of your accident report:
  Phone: 214-749-8641
  In Person: Dallas County Sheriff's Office, 133 N Riverfront Blvd 31
  Online: For more information, you can visit https://cris.dot.state.tx.us/public/Purchase/
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What happens if you don't file a police report after an accident in Texas?

In Texas, failing to report an accident can lead to serious consequences. If the accident results in injury, death, or property damage exceeding $1,000, a police report is legally required. Not filing a report in such cases can result in a fine of up to $5,000, imprisonment, and even suspension of your driver’s license​​​​​​​​​​.

How to Read a Texas Crash Report?

A Texas Crash Report, also known as a Texas Peace Officer's Crash Report (Form CR-3), is a comprehensive document containing details of the accident in numerical code. This report includes information about the time, location, damage, intoxication, contributing factors, and more. It consists of several sections:

- Page 1 includes the factual aspects of the accident: time, date, location, speed limit, identification of parties involved, number of people in each vehicle, injury severities, ejections, airbag deployments, alcohol or drug tests, and vehicle information including insurance and damage ratings.
- Page 2 delves into injuries, citations, and property damage, detailing injuries to each party, citations issued, and a visual diagram of the accident.
- Pages 3 and 4 explain the codes used in the report, including contributing factors, vehicle type codes, injury severity codes, and roadway condition codes.

This report is crucial for insurance claims, as it helps determine fault and compensation eligibility​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​.

How long does a car accident stay on your insurance record in Texas?

In Texas, a car accident typically remains on your insurance record for three years, affecting insurance premiums, especially if you were at fault. For specific inquiries related to traffic incidents or accident reports in Dallas County, the Traffic Division of the Sheriff's Office can be contacted at 214.589.2315. The office is located at 7201 S. Polk Street, Suite 400, Dallas, TX 75232​​​​​​​​​​​​.

What is included in a Texas accident report?

A Texas accident report contains detailed information about the accident, including:

- The exact time, date, and location of the accident.
- Information about all parties involved: names, number of people in each vehicle, severity of injuries, ejection from the vehicle, airbag deployment, and whether alcohol or drug tests were conducted.
- Vehicle information: insurance details, damage rating, and location of damage on the vehicle.
- Injuries sustained, citations issued, property damage, and a visual diagram of the accident.
- Various codes used to describe contributing factors, vehicle types, injury severity, and roadway conditions. These codes are crucial in understanding the specifics of the accident, such as whether it involved distracted driving, drunk driving, or specific road conditions like rain or snow.

This report is vital for insurance claims and determining fault and compensation​​​

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