Who can get the report
We have not yet confirmed the District's rules on who may get a crash report. The Metropolitan Police Department can tell you whether you can receive a copy.
Where to request it
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) responds to most crashes in the District of Columbia, and keeps the reports. For a crash on federal parkland or property, the federal agency that responded keeps the report.
What you need
Have these ready when you ask:
- The date and place of the crash
- The name of a driver involved
- The report or case number, if the officer gave you one
Fees and timing
We have not yet confirmed the fee or the processing time. Ask about both when you make your request.
If the report is not filed yet
Ask the Metropolitan Police Department whether the officer has filed the report and when it can be released.