All drivers and passengers involved in a car accident have the legal right to get an official copy of the crash report that law enforcement submits to the state. Florida’s Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) maintains copies of official crash reports. You typically need to wait a week or two for the reporting officer to complete the report and upload it to the system. Then you can get a copy online, in person, or through the mail.
You can order a copy of your crash report online by visiting the Florida Crash Portal. It costs $10.00 for the report plus a $2.00 convenience fee. Once you have completed your purchase, you can immediately download your report. You must complete the download within 48 hours of purchase. If you prefer to get a copy of your crash report in person, visit the Florida Highway Patrol Troops Station closest to where your accident occurred in Hallandale Beach. You can pay the $10 fee and receive up to 10 copies of your report.
It is possible to obtain crash reports via mail, but this is typically for those who need more than 10 copies of the report. You must send a signed statement for each report you request and a check or money order for fees to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Crash Records, 2900 Apalachee Parkway, MS 28, Tallahassee, FL 32399. Although your report might arrive sooner, you will likely have to wait at least 30 days before receiving your copy of the crash report.