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Crash Reports And Records
The Texas Department of Transportation serves as the official keeper of public purchase crash reports for the State of Texas.
Under Texas Transportation Code Section 550.062, a law enforcement officer who investigates a motor vehicle accident in the course of their duties must file a written report with TxDOT within ten days of the crash if the accident results in injury, death, or property damage that appears to be $1,000 or more to any one person.
Due to their confidential nature, TxDOT accident reports are not available for online viewing by the general public.
TxDOT is the custodian of crash records for the state of Texas. Texas Transportation Code §550.062 requires any law enforcement officer who in the regular course of duty investigates a motor vehicle crash that results in injury to or the death of a person or damage to the property of any one person to the apparent extent of $1,000 or more, to submit a written report of that crash to TxDOT not later than the tenth day after the date of the crash.
Texas processes accident reports through the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) using the Crash Records Information System, known as CRIS. When law enforcement responds to an accident in Texas, they submit a report directly into the CRIS database — this includes crashes on state highways, rural roads, and city streets. Most reports are available for purchase through the CRIS portal within 10 business days of the incident date.
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) investigates accidents on highways and in unincorporated areas throughout the state. For accidents in major Texas cities, reports may be filed by local agencies — such as the Houston Police Department, Dallas PD, or Austin PD — before being submitted to the centralized state system. Regardless of which agency responded, most Texas crash reports eventually enter the CRIS database.
Our service simplifies the process of obtaining your Texas accident report. Instead of navigating multiple agency websites, submitting separate requests to TxDOT, DPS, or local police departments, we handle the search for you and help you get the documentation you need quickly.
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How do I get a Texas accident report through TxDOT?
Fill out the search form at the top of this page with your name, date of accident, and location. You'll get instant access to your TxDOT CRIS crash report at no charge.
How long does it take to get an accident report in Texas?
Most Texas crash reports are available within 10 days of the accident date. Once filed with TxDOT, reports are updated daily in the CRIS system and available immediately.
What is the CRIS crash system in Texas?
CRIS stands for Crash Records Information System — the statewide database maintained by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) that stores all law enforcement crash reports filed in Texas. It's the official repository for Texas traffic accident records.
How long does it take for a Texas crash report to be available after an accident?
Most Texas accident reports are processed and available for purchase within 10 business days of the incident. Processing time can vary depending on the reporting agency and the complexity of the crash.
Is there a fee to access my crash report?
No. This service is 100% free and sponsored. No credit card or payment is ever required.
What if I can't find my report?
Reports typically take 7–10 business days to appear after the accident. If yours isn't showing yet, check back in a few days or contact the investigating agency — Dallas PD, Fort Worth PD, Harris County Sheriff, DPS, or whichever department responded to your crash.
Can I get my Texas accident report directly from DPS?
Yes — if your accident was investigated by a Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) trooper, you can contact the DPS Records and Corrections Bureau directly. For accidents handled by city or county agencies, you'll need to contact that specific department or use the CRIS system.
What information do I need to look up my Texas crash report?
To locate your Texas accident report, you'll generally need the crash date, the county where it occurred, and either a driver's name, vehicle identification number (VIN), or report number if you have it.
Does TxDOT handle reports from all Texas cities?
TxDOT's CRIS system is the statewide repository, but individual city and county agencies (like HPD or Dallas PD) file their reports into the system. TxDOT consolidates these records, though some municipal reports may also be available directly from the local department.
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