Kaufman Crash Reports

A Texas accident report typically includes details about the vehicles and people involved, descriptions of injuries, a diagram of the accident, and an opinion by the reporting officer on what occurred and who is at fault. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) collects these reports from law enforcement agencies and retains them for 10 years plus the current year. Only certain individuals or entities with a direct connection to the accident or a proper interest therein can request a complete copy of the report​.

In Texas, minor accidents usually remain on a driving record for three years, whereas at-fault accidents can stay on your record for three to five years. More serious incidents, such as those involving injuries, fatalities, or hit-and-run, can remain on your record for longer periods, potentially for life depending on the severity of the accident​.

If your Texas accident report contains inaccurate information, you should contact the police department that issued the report to request a correction. Be prepared to provide evidence to support your claims for any substantive changes. For simple corrections, such as a misspelled name, showing identification may suffice.

In Texas, you are required to file a crash report, commonly known as a Blue Form (CR-2), within 10 days of the accident if the police do not investigate the incident and it resulted in either injury, death, or property damage of $1,000 or more​​. For incidents within Kaufman, if you need to obtain or file an accident report, you can contact the Kaufman Police Department directly. Here is their contact information:

Kaufman Police Department Contact Information:

Address: 209 S. Washington, Kaufman, TX 75142
Phone: (972) 932-3094

Please note that the specific details regarding the timing and requirements for filing an accident report may vary, so it's always a good idea to contact the local police department or your legal advisor to ensure you comply with all local regulations.