Who can get the report
The Indiana State Police have not published a public list of who may get a crash report. They sell reports through LexisNexis BuyCrash, which requires an account. If you are not sure you qualify, ask the agency that took the report.
Where to request it
The Indiana State Police keep the statewide repository of crash reports and sell electronic copies through LexisNexis BuyCrash. Reports from city police departments, such as the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department and the Fort Wayne Police Department, are sold the same way. Some small agencies also sell paper copies in person.
What you need
- The report number, or
- The last name of a person involved and the date or location of the crash
- A BuyCrash account and a card to pay with
Fees and timing
A report costs $12. Pay by card; you can open the report for 30 days after you buy it. Some guides report a wait of 2 to 3 days, and up to 7 to 10 business days, before a report appears.
If the report is not filed yet
If your report is not on BuyCrash yet, search again in a few days. If it is still missing after 10 business days, ask the agency that responded to the crash whether the officer has filed it.