Who can get the report
Any person involved in the crash, their attorney or insurer, and government agencies involved in the crash. You affirm your eligibility and give your reason when you ask.
Where to request it
- Pennsylvania State Police: request the report online. The State Police approve or deny the request within 7 business days, then email a payment link and, after payment, the report. You can also mail form SP 7-0015 with a $22 money order to the Crash Reports Unit, 1800 Elmerton Ave, Harrisburg.
- Philadelphia Police Department: reports come from the city's Department of Records, online or in person or by mail. The driver's name must appear on the report.
- Other city and township police departments keep their own reports.
What you need
- The incident number (the CAD or case number), or
- The last name of a person involved and the date of the crash
- Your reason for the request
Fees and timing
The State Police charge $22 per report. Reports are available 15 days after the crash. Philadelphia's Department of Records charges $25 per crash report; in person or by mail it takes 2 to 3 weeks, and cards and personal checks are not accepted.
If the report is not filed yet
Wait until 15 days after the crash before you ask the State Police. If the report still cannot be found, ask the agency that responded to the crash.