Rocklin
Accident Reports

You can get a copy of your Rocklin police report at AccidentReports.com, or you can go through the Rocklin Police Department.The Rocklin Police Department offers one way to obtain a copy of your report.

In-Person

Visit the Rocklin Police Department in Placer County to fill out a Records Request Form. You must pay the accident report fee and show your valid photo ID at the time of pick up.The Rocklin Police Department Public Records Unit is located at:Business Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Phone: (916) 625-5405

A Rocklin Police Department accident report is $5 per copy.

Collision reports are legal documents that are filled out by police officers who respond to the scene of an accident. In these reports, you’ll find basic information such as the time of accident, date of the occurrence, and location of accident, name and contact information for all parties involved, a diagram of the accident scene, insurance information, license plate numbers, driver’s license numbers, weather and road conditions, descriptions of injuries and vehicle damage, and anything that may have contributed to the accident, such as road closures, debris on the road, or traffic jams.A report will also contain information noting any citations issued or arrests made, in addition to the police officer’s accident investigation summary. The summary includes how and why the accident occurred and which driver the police officer believed was negligent.

Eligible persons who can obtain an unredacted traffic accident report include all parties involved in the crash, accident lawyers, insurance companies, vehicle owners, and the parent or legal guardian of a minor involved in the crash.

Reports for simple accidents are often processed within five to seven business days. Reports that involved a fatality, significant bodily injuries, or a crime, will be unavailable until the police investigation has concluded.

If you were involved in a motor vehicle accident that was not your fault, you might be entitled to monetary compensation for all accident-related damages. Obtaining a copy of your Rocklin crash report can help strengthen your claim since it contains vital information regarding the accident, including the police officer’s opinion concerning which party they believed was negligent and how and why the accident occurred.These reports also contain information such as:

• A diagram of the accident site
• A description of any injuries you sustained
• A description of vehicle damage
• Any citations issued for traffic law violations
• Actions of police officers

An experienced accident attorney will use the information in this report when negotiating with the other motorist’s insurance company to help you receive the compensation you deserve for the negligent actions of another driver.