If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Alabama, obtaining your crash report is a crucial step in the claims process.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) provides two efficient ways to access these reports.
- by downloading the accident report online from ALEA’s website, or
- by requesing the accident report through the mail.
In this article, the Alabama car accident attorneys at Fob James Law Firm will go over the details on how to obtain crash reports in Alabama.
If you have questions, please contact us to schedule a free consultation.
📥 How to Get Your Alabama Crash Report Online
1. Visit the ALEA Crash Report Portal
Navigate to the ALEA Crash Reports page.
2. Enter Your Contact Information and Reason for Request
Fill in your details and select the appropriate reason for accessing the report. If you’re involved in the crash, choose “An individual involved in the crash.”
3. Search for Your Accident Report
You can locate your report using:
- Crash Report Number (7-digit code);
- Driver License Number; or
- Driver’s Name
If you don’t have the crash number, request it by emailing highway.patrol@alea.gov.
4. Select and Pay for Your Report
Once located, select your report and pay the $17.50 fee (including processing fees) using a debit or credit card.
How to Request Your Alabama Crash Report by Mail
If you prefer to obtain the report by mail:
1. Download and Complete the SR-31 Form
Access the SR-31 form from ALEA’s website.
2. Mail the Form with Payment
Accident reports via mail from ALEA cost $15.00 per copy. Send the completed form along with a check or money order for $15 to:
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency
Crash Reports
P.O. Box 1471
Montgomery, AL 36102-1472
️ Why Obtaining Your Crash Report Is Important
Your Alabama crash report serves as a vital document in personal injury claims, insurance disputes, and legal proceedings. It provides:
- Official Documentation: An authoritative account of the accident.
- Evidence of Fault: Details that can establish liability.
- Insurance Support: Information necessary for processing claims.
📞 Need Assistance? Contact Our Car Accident Lawyers
If you need help obtaining your Alabama accident report or would like to discuss what it says, give us a call at 205-407-6009 or contact us online.
Our experienced car accident attorneys are here to assist you every step of the way.
Fob James
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 regional firm for several years where he obtained awards for both individual and corporate clients, 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.