You can get a copy of your Palo Alto police report at AccidentReports.com, or you can go through the Palo Alto Police Department. The Palo Alto Police Department offers three ways to request a copy of your report.

Public Requests for Records In-Person

To obtain your report in person, visit the Palo Alto Police Department and fill out a Records Release Form. You must pay the accident report fee and show your valid ID at the time of pick up. The Palo Alto Police Department is located at:141 Demeter StreetEast Palo Alto, CA94303
Records Division: (650) 853-3160
Business Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Request Report from Police Agency By Mail

To obtain these types of police records by mail, you must send a written request to the Palo Alto Police Department and include a copy of your valid photo ID, the accident report fee, and a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Send your request to:141 Demeter StreetEast Palo Alto, CA94303

By Phone

Call the department to request your traffic crash report.

Palo Alto Police Department accident reports may cost $6 to $23 per copy.

Collision reports are legal documents that are created by law enforcement officers who respond to the scene of an accident. In these documents, you’ll find basic information such as:

• Time of accident
• Location of accident
• Date traffic incident occurred
• Details on police responses
• Contact details for all parties involved,
• License plate numbers
• Insurance information
• Driver’s license numbers
• A diagram of the accident scene
• Anything that may have contributed to the accident, such as debris on the road or road closures
• Any citations issued
• Accident type-such as drunk driving, road rage incident, etc.

These reports on accidents also contain an accident investigation summary that details how and why the crash took place and which driver the police officer believed was negligent. Police officers will also document any damage done to all vehicles involved in a crash, in addition to any bodily injuries sustained by drivers and passengers.

Eligible persons that have access to police records include:

• All parties involved in the collision
• Vehicle owners
• Insurance companies
• Accident attorneys
• Police agencies
• The parent or legal guardian of a minor.

If you were involved in a motor vehicle accident that was not your fault, you might be entitled to compensation that can cover the cost of all accident-related expenses. Obtaining your police investigative report is a smart move since it could help you prove liability and allow your attorney to build the strongest case possible. Crash reports contain important information, such as the police officer’s accident investigation findings, which detail how and why the accident occurred and which driver they believed was negligent. Other information that can help your claim, includes a description of the damage done to your vehicle and other personal property, a description of any bodily injuries, a diagram of the accident scene, any citations issued, and any actions of police officers such as arrests made. An experienced personal injury attorney will use this information when negotiating with the other driver’s insurance company to help you receive the settlement you deserve.