New Jersey Car Accident Reports

• Driver’s license numbers
• The time, date, and location of the accident
• The names and contact details of all parties involved
• VINs and vehicle make and model
• Insurance information
• Vehicle registration information
• The name and badge number of the reporting police officer
• The name of the responding law enforcement agency
• A description of vehicle damage and other personal property damage
• A description of any personal injuries
• Anything that may have contributed to the accident (debris on the road, broken or missing traffic lights and signs, inclement weather, etc.)
• Accident type (pedestrian accident, motorcycle accident, bicycle accident, rear-end collision, rollover, etc.)
• Any citations issued or arrests made (DWI, DUI, speeding, reckless driving, etc.)
• A diagram of the crash site

When you file an insurance claim after an accident, the insurance company will request a copy of your New Jersey police report. The report contains important information, including a description of vehicle and property damage, personal injuries, and the opinion of the law enforcement officer concerning who they believe is liable for the accident. An accident attorney can use your report as leverage when negotiating with an insurance company, to ensure you receive fair compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages.

The fee for a New Jersey and South Carolina accident report is $10.00. Accepted forms of payment include money orders, business checks, and personal checks. Cash, credit cards, and debit card payments are not accepted at this time.

Incident reports are typically available within ten to twelve business days, twenty-four to forty-eight hours after the police officer files the report. In some cases, law enforcement agencies will not release a report right away if the accident involved personal injuries, extensive vehicle damage, a crime, or a fatality.