How to Get a Police Accident Report in Washington

Quick answer: request it from Washington State Patrol (Collision Records Section) online at wrecr.wsp.wa.gov (fee: $10.50). If WRECR shows no record found, contact the officer or department that responded to the scene.

Washington · checked on the official page

Agency: Washington State Patrol (Collision Records Section)
Request online: wrecr.wsp.wa.gov (WRECR (Washington Request for Electronic Collision Records))
Fee: $10.50
How long: up to a total of 2-4 weeks before the report is available for request
Who can ask: Anyone; entitled parties get a non-redacted copy, others get a redacted copy under the Public Records Act
City or county crash: If WRECR shows no record found, contact the officer or department that responded to the scene.

Checked October 16, 2026 on wsp.wa.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 Washington?

Crashes worked by the state police are requested from Washington State Patrol (Collision Records Section) online at wrecr.wsp.wa.gov. If WRECR shows no record found, contact the officer or department that responded to the scene.

How much does a crash report cost in Washington?

$10.50.

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

up to a total of 2-4 weeks before the report is available for request.

Who can request a crash report in Washington?

Anyone; entitled parties get a non-redacted copy, others get a redacted copy under the Public Records Act