Last Updated: July 16, 2026
Getting Your Atlanta Crash Report — At a Glance
- Fastest: BuyCrash.com (LexisNexis) covers most Georgia police departments and sheriff’s offices, usually $5 plus service fees that can bring it to around $13, with many reports available within days
- State Patrol crashes are different: if the Georgia State Patrol worked your crash, request the report through the Georgia DPS records system (EPORTS) rather than BuyCrash
- In person: the Atlanta Police Department Central Records records desk, typically $5 to $15 depending on the agency
- Georgia’s fault rule: modified comparative fault reduces your recovery by your share of blame and bars it entirely at 50 percent, so what the report says about fault matters
- Hurt in the crash? free consultation, no fee unless we win: (205) 407-6009
If you were involved in a motor vehicle accident in Atlanta, Georgia, you might be considering filing a legal claim with the other driver’s insurance company.
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 a Georgia Uniform Motor Vehicle Accident Report form.
This form contains a variety of valuable information that will be required for pursuing a legal claim or lawsuit.
You can obtain an Atlanta, GA car accident report in a few different ways, some of which are easier than others.
Alternatively, you can fill out the form below and we will obtain your accident report for you at no charge.
Download a Copy of Your Atlanta, GA Crash Report
The Atlanta police department does not provide a direct way to obtain a copy of a report electronically.
Instead, you must go to the LexisNexis BuyCrash.com site. This site allows you to search accident reports and obtain copies.
Under “Find A Report” select Georgia and Atlanta Police Department. Then click “Start Search”.
Next, you need to enter the date of the accident and the last name of a driver involved in the crash AND one of the following:
- Report Number,
- VIN, or
- Driver’s License Number
Click “Search” to locate your crash report. The cost to download your accident report is $13.00. All major credit cards are accepted.
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Get Your Accident Report In Person at the Atlanta Police Department
You can obtain your crash report in person by going to the Atlanta Public Safet Annex Monday through Friday between 8:30 am and 3:30 pm.
Atlanta Public Safety Annex
3493 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy NW
Atlanta, GA 30331
If you choose to pick up your accident report in person, make sure you take a copy of your government-issued photo ID.
For additional information, please call the Central Records Unit at 404-546-7461.
Contact an Atlanta Car Accident Lawyer for Help with an Accident Report
The easiest way to get your police report is to contact an Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 866-837-1010.
Atlanta Accident Report FAQs
How much does a Atlanta accident report cost?
Plan on a modest fee that depends on which channel you use — the request options above list the current specifics for Atlanta.
Who can request a Atlanta crash report?
Generally, the people involved in the wreck, their attorneys, and their insurance carriers can obtain a copy through the channels described above.
How soon is a Atlanta accident report available?
Once the investigating officer files it — commonly within several business days of the crash. If your report isn’t in the system yet, wait a few days and check again.
What if I was injured in the Atlanta crash?
Get the report either way — it anchors any injury claim. Before you discuss numbers with an insurer, have the claim reviewed: the review is free, and you owe nothing unless we recover. Call (205) 407-6009.
Fob James, IV
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.