How to Get a Police Accident Report in Michigan

Quick answer: request it from Michigan State Police, Traffic Crash Reporting Unit (Criminal Justice Information Center) online at michigan.gov (fee: $15). TCPS holds UD-10 reports completed by all Michigan law enforcement agencies; for the incident/case number contact the reporting agency.

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Agency: Michigan State Police, Traffic Crash Reporting Unit (Criminal Justice Information Center)
Request online: michigan.gov
Fee: $15
How long: Typically 3-30 days after the crash, depending on the reporting agency; purchasable up to 10 years after the crash
Who can ask: No restriction stated; online purchase requires a MiLogin account
City or county crash: TCPS holds UD-10 reports completed by all Michigan law enforcement agencies; for the incident/case number contact the reporting agency.

Checked October 16, 2026 on michigan.gov.

Before you request

What you will need

The date and place of the crash (road, nearest cross street or mile marker, city or county).
The report or case number from the slip the officer gave you, if you have it.
The names of a driver involved, and your own ID if the state limits copies to the people involved.
A card for the fee if you order online. Insurance companies often order the report for you, so ask your claims handler first.

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Questions

Accident reports — FAQ

How do I get a copy of my accident report in Michigan?

Crashes worked by the state police are requested from Michigan State Police, Traffic Crash Reporting Unit (Criminal Justice Information Center) online at michigan.gov. TCPS holds UD-10 reports completed by all Michigan law enforcement agencies; for the incident/case number contact the reporting agency.

How much does a crash report cost in Michigan?

$15.

How long does it take to get an accident report in Michigan?

Typically 3-30 days after the crash, depending on the reporting agency; purchasable up to 10 years after the crash.

Who can request a crash report in Michigan?

No restriction stated; online purchase requires a MiLogin account