Last Updated: July 16, 2026
Getting Your Phenix City Crash Report — At a Glance
- Fastest: the ALEA online crash portal, about $17 total ($15 report + processing fee), reports usually available 7 to 10 business days after the crash
- By mail: ALEA’s SR-31 request form with a $15 money order or certified check (no personal checks), P.O. Box 1471, Montgomery, AL 36102
- In person: any ALEA Driver License Office, same day, or the Phenix City Police Department records desk for crashes worked by city police
- Who can get it: involved drivers and passengers, parents of involved minors, estate representatives, and insurers, under Ala. Code § 32-10-7
- Don’t confuse it with the SR-13: if the crash involved injury, death, or more than $250 in damage, you must file your own SR-13 driver report within 30 days
- Hurt in the crash? free consultation, no fee unless we win: (205) 407-6009
If you were involved in a motor vehicle accident in Phenix City, Alabama, you might be considering filing a legal claim with the other driver’s insurance company. If anyone was hurt in the wreck, our personal injury lawyers serving the Montgomery area offer free case reviews.
For the complete statewide walkthrough, including the portal steps and every request option, see our Alabama crash report guide.
In most cases, you will need a copy of your accident report to get the process started.
After a motor vehicle collision, the police officer reporting to the scene will complete and file an Alabama Uniform Traffic Crash Report form.
This form contains a variety of valuable information that will be required for pursuing a legal claim or lawsuit.
You can obtain Phenix City, AL car accident reports in a few different ways, some of which are easier than others.
How to Download a Copy of Your Phenix City, AL Car Accident Report
The Phenix City police department does not provide a direct way to obtain a copy of a report electronically.
Instead, their website directs you to the Phenix City Police Department records page. This site allows you to search accident reports and obtain copies.
You must have been involved in the accident to review or obtain a report. You also need to have the report number or the date of the accident and the last name of a driver involved in the crash. The cost to download your accident report is $23.00. All major credit cards are accepted.
Where Is the Phenix City Police Department?
Alternatively, you can obtain your crash report in person by going to the police station in Phenix City, which is located at the following address:
Public Safety Building
1111 Broad St.
Phenix City, AL 36867
If you choose to pick up your accident report in person, you will be required to provide a copy of your government-issued photo ID. The cost for in-person pickup is only $2.00, and only cash or checks are accepted.
How To Get Your Car Accident Report in Russell County, AL
If your car accident occurred outside of the Phenix City limits and in Russell County, you can likely download your accident report through the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) website. They offer an electronic option for you to order a Russell County, AL accident report online. All major credit cards are accepted and the cost is $17.00.
In order to download your accident report, you will need to enter either: (i) the DPS number (crash report number); (ii) the first and last name of a driver involved in the crash; or (iii) the driver license number of a driver involved in the crash.
You can obtain the DPS number for your car wreck by contacting Alabama Highway Patrol by phone at 334.242.4393 or by email at highway.patrol@alea.gov.
Contact an Alabama Car Accident Lawyer for Help with a Phenix City Accident Report
The easiest way to get your police report is to contact an Alabama car accident attorney. Your attorney will gather all the evidence necessary to build a persuasive case on your behalf, including the accident report.
At the Fob James Law Firm, our Alabama car accident lawyers work diligently to build your case and negotiate a settlement with the at-fault party’s insurance company.
If necessary, our experienced litigators will file a civil lawsuit and fight to get you justice in court. You could be entitled to recover compensation for your medical treatment, lost income, pain and suffering, and more. If you need help call our office today at 334-739-9000.
Phenix City Accident Report FAQs
How much does a Phenix City accident report cost?
Expect $17 — $17.50 after credit card processing fees — through ALEA’s online crash portal; requesting directly from the local department can differ slightly. Our statewide Alabama crash report guide covers every route and fee.
Who can request a Phenix City crash report?
The people involved in the wreck, their attorneys, and their insurance carriers. Full eligibility rules are in our guide to who can get an accident report in Alabama.
How soon is a Phenix City accident report available?
Once the investigating officer files it — commonly within several business days of the crash. If it isn’t in the system yet, wait a few days and check again.
What if I was injured in the Phenix City crash?
Get the report either way — it anchors any injury claim. Before you talk numbers with an insurer, have the claim reviewed by our Montgomery-area team: the review is free, and you owe nothing unless we recover. Call 334-739-9000.
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Fob James obtained a B.S., in software engineering from Auburn University and then continued his education by getting his J.D. from Vanderbilt University School of Law. After working for a large national firm for several years, Fob found that his passion was fighting for individuals who have been seriously injured or wronged by others. Fob believes that the jury is the great equalizer to the power and influence that large corporations have in society. Many of Fob’s cases are high profile and have been featured in, among others: Bloomberg News, PlanAdvisor, AL.com, PlanSponsor, InsuranceJournal, and BusinessInsider. For his work in obtaining numerous multi-million dollar outcomes for his clients, Fob has been recognized by: National Trial Lawyers Top 100, SuperLawyers Rising Star (2020-2025), Birmingham Business Journal Who’s Who in Law (2023-2025), and TrustAnalytica – Top Personal Injury Lawyers in Alabama.