Richmond Crash Reports

You need your Texas crash report to provide evidence of the facts and circumstances of your accident. A crash report can help you prove who was at fault, what damages and injuries occurred, and what insurance coverage applies. A crash report can also help you file a claim with your insurance company or pursue a lawsuit against the liable party. Additionally, a crash report can help you protect your legal rights and avoid any potential fraud or misrepresentation by the other parties involved in the accident.

A Texas accident report, also known as a Texas Peace Officer’s Crash Report (CR-3), is a document that contains information about a motor vehicle crash that occurred on a public roadway or the state highway system. A Texas accident report includes information such as:

- The date, time, and location of the crash
- The names, addresses, phone numbers, and driver’s license numbers of the drivers and passengers involved
- The vehicle identification numbers (VINs), license plate numbers, make, model, year, and color of the vehicles involved
- The insurance information of the drivers and vehicle owners
- The description of the crash, including the direction of travel, speed, weather, road conditions, traffic control devices, and contributing factors
- The diagram of the crash scene, showing the position of the vehicles, skid marks, debris, and other relevant details
- The injuries and damages sustained by the people and property involved
- The statements of the drivers, passengers, witnesses, and emergency personnel
- The opinions and findings of the investigating officer, including the probable cause and fault determination

Reading a Texas crash report can be challenging because it contains many codes, abbreviations, and symbols that may not be familiar to you. However, you can use the CR-3 Code Sheet to decode the information on your report. The code sheet explains what each code means and provides examples of how to use them. You can also use the CR-3 Instruction Manual to understand how to fill out or correct your report. The instruction manual provides detailed instructions on how to complete each section of the report and what information to include. You can also contact the Richmond Police Department if you have any questions or concerns about your report. They can help you obtain a copy of your report or make any necessary changes.

If your report contains inaccurate information, such as incorrect personal details, vehicle information, or crash details, you should contact the Richmond Police Department as soon as possible to request a correction. You will need to provide proof of the correct information, such as your driver’s license, registration, insurance card, or witness statements. You may also need to fill out a CR-2 Driver’s Crash Report if you were not given one at the scene or if you disagree with the officer’s findings. A CR-2 is a self-report that you can submit to your insurance company or use for your own records. However, a CR-2 does not replace a CR-3 and is not retained by TxDOT. Therefore, you should always try to get a copy of your CR-3 and make sure it is accurate and complete.