If you were involved in a car accident in Idaho, you may be filing a claim. After an accident, you must obtain a copy of your Idaho accident report as soon as possible, for insurance purposes. A crash report contains important information concerning an accident, which is why it’s crucial that you get your copy for your records.
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254Source: NHTSA, Early Estimate of Motor Vehicle Traffic Fatalities and Fatality Rate in 2025 (DOT HS 813 800, April 2026), Table 3, state estimates
Traffic deaths in Idaho, 2025 (early estimate)
+6.7%Source: NHTSA, Early Estimate of Motor Vehicle Traffic Fatalities and Fatality Rate in 2025 (DOT HS 813 800, April 2026), Table 3, state estimates
Change in Idaho traffic deaths from 2024 (238 deaths)
1.22Source: NHTSA, Early Estimate of Motor Vehicle Traffic Fatalities and Fatality Rate in 2025 (DOT HS 813 800, April 2026), Table 3, state estimates
Deaths per 100 million vehicle miles traveled in Idaho, 2025 (early estimate; 1.18 in 2024)
219Source: NHTSA FARS 2024 Annual Report File
Fatal crashes in FARS, Idaho, 2024
2025 figures are NHTSA's early estimate (DOT HS 813 800, April 2026) and will be revised when the 2025 Annual Report File is released in early 2027. Crash-level figures are from the NHTSA FARS 2024 Annual Report File, the latest year published.
Idaho quick facts
Idaho quick facts list the newest sourced crash figures for the state, taken from NHTSA publications.
Traffic deaths, 2025 (early estimate): 254, a change of +6.7% from 238 in 2024 (NHTSA DOT HS 813 800, Table 3).
Fatality rate, 2025 (early estimate): 1.22 deaths per 100 million vehicle miles traveled, compared with 1.18 in 2024.
Fatal crashes, 2024: FARS records 219 fatal crashes and 238 deaths in Idaho.
Latest fatal crash in the 2024 file: Dec 31, 2024, on 2900 SOUTH RD, Gooding County.
Figures come from NHTSA; the 2025 numbers are early estimates and NHTSA revises them in early 2027, and the 2024 crash-level file can still be revised.
Idaho compared with the United States
The bars compare Idaho's traffic fatality rate and death count with the national figures, using the same NHTSA table for every row. The 2025 figures are early estimates.
Life after an auto accident can be chaotic and overwhelming, especially if you were injured. At AccidentReports.com, we’ve made it our mission to help accident victims get a copy of their crash report as soon as possible, without leaving the comfort of their homes. Start searching now.
At AccidentReports.com, we offer a safe, fast, and simple way to get a copy of your traffic police report, right when you need it. You can take advantage of our crash report information center to search for a copy of your report and get this important document, as soon as it’s available. Start your search now by filling out the form on this page and submitting your accident information for assistance.
Private citizens in Arizona are not required to file a crash report, however, a police officer that responds to the scene of an auto accident is required to fill one out if:
The accident resulted in death
The accident resulted in injuries
Vehicle damage or property damage exceeded $1,000
If a citation was issued
You must remain at the scene of the accident until law enforcement arrives. After you’ve spoken to the responding police officer, you will be cleared to leave. During this time, the police officer will ask you a series of questions regarding the events that led up to the accident and will obtain your personal information. All of this information will be documented in the accident report.
If you were involved in an auto accident and it meets the conditions mentioned above, a police officer must fill out an accident report. In most cases, they will be required to complete the form within twenty-four hours.
The crash report will contain the following information regarding traffic collisions:
Date and time of the accident
Location of the accident
Property damage descriptions
Identifying information regarding all of the parties involved including witnesses, such as:
Proof of insurance
Vehicle ownership and registration
Phone number, address, and full names of all parties involved
The form will also include a narrative description concerning the facts surrounding the accident, as well as a simple diagram of the accident scene, the police officer’s name, identification number, and police agency.
Idaho Fatal Car Crashes on Record
These are fatal crashes in Idaho recorded in NHTSA's Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) for 2024, the latest year NHTSA has published crash-level data. FARS counts 219 fatal crashes and 238 deaths in Idaho that year; the table lists the 25 most recent, newest first. The 2024 file is NHTSA's Annual Report File and can still be revised. A dash means the field was not reported or the crash happened outside city limits.
You can get a copy of your Idaho police report at AccidentReports.com, or you can go through the Idaho State Police.The Idaho State Police offers three ways to get a copy of your Idaho crash report.
Records Request In-Person
You can visit the Idaho State Police Department and fill out a Crash Report Request Form to get a copy of your collision report.The department is located at:700 S Stratford Dr.Meridian, ID83642
Report Request By Mail
You can send a written request for your traffic accident report to the Idaho State Police and send your request to:State Police Idaho700 S Stratford Dr.Meridian, ID83642
Online Report
Visit the Idaho State Police Department’s website to fill out an online crash report request.Unfortunately, at this time, the Idaho State Police does not allow you to make a request by email.
Crash reports from the Idaho State Police will cost $6-$20, per copy.
The crash report request process can take five to seven business days.
The names and contact information for all parties involved
The time and date the incident occurred
Location of the crash scene
Description of property damage/vehicle damage
Description of personal injuries sustained by each party involved
A diagram of the accident scene
Weather and road conditions at the time of the collision
The opinion of the reporting law enforcement officer concerning who they believe was at fault for the crash
Name of responding law enforcement agency and name of reporting law enforcement professional
Any contributing factors that may have played a role in the collision, such as broken traffic signals
Crash type, such as two-vehicle crash, rollover collision, etc.
License plate numbers/VIN
Obtaining a copy of your Idaho vehicle collision report can help you strengthen your insurance claim against the negligent motorist and receive the compensation you deserve for injuries, medical costs, and vehicle damage. An experienced personal injury attorney can use the information found in the accident report, such as the responding police officer’s opinion regarding who they believe was at fault, a description of the injuries you sustained, and a description of vehicle damage, to effectively negotiate with an insurance adjuster and help you receive the compensation you deserve.
Obtaining a copy of your Idaho vehicle collision report can help you strengthen your insurance claim against the negligent motorist and receive the compensation you deserve for injuries, medical costs, and vehicle damage.
Filing a Personal injury Lawsuit or Insurance Claim
An experienced personal injury attorney can use the information found in the accident report, such as the responding police officer’s opinion regarding who they believe was at fault, a description of the personal injury you sustained, and a description of vehicle damage, to effectively negotiate with an insurance claim adjuster and help you receive the compensation you deserve for pain and suffering, medical bills, and more.
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