Paris Crash Reports

In Texas, and specifically within the jurisdiction of the Paris Police Department, if your accident is not investigated by a police officer and it results in injury, death, or property damage of $1,000 or more, you are required to file a Crash Report (Form CR-2) within 10 days of the incident​​.

Crash reports are necessary in Paris, Texas, when an accident results in injury, death, or property damage exceeding $1,000, and law enforcement does not file a report at the scene. Residents should file this report with the Paris Police Department or through the Texas Department of Transportation if it falls under their jurisdiction​​.

Any involved party can obtain a copy of the Texas Peace Officer’s Crash Report (CR-3) from the Paris Police Department. Reports can be requested in person at the Records Division located at 2910 Clarksville Street, Paris, TX, or through other official channels provided by the department​​. The Paris Police Department can be contacted at 2910 Clarksville Street, Paris, TX 75460, or via their non-emergency phone number (903) 784-6688​​.

Failing to file a report in Paris for an accident involving injury, death, or property damage over $1,000 can result in a fine of up to $5,000 and/or imprisonment. Not filing a report when required can be considered a hit-and-run, which carries serious legal consequences​​.