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Checking with Local Police and the California Highway Patrol Don't call 911 unless you have a real emergency, but you can call a Police Desk or the nearest CHP call center. They could be able to tell you if any accident is reported in your area.

Things an Effective Car Accident Demand Letter Should Contain The date and time of the crash. A description of all sustained damages. A statement or fault or discussion about liability. Deadline to respond. The exact compensation amount you want. A breakdown of the expenses incurred due to the accident.

Accident victims can get a copy of the police report by: Contacting the local police department that filled out their report. Filling out the department's standard Records Request form. Paying the required fee, if one exists.

We recommend that you call the authorities even in the case of minor accidents that do not meet the legal requirements of reporting. The responding officer will decide if an accident report should be written. An accident report will be an important piece of evidence if you decide to file a claim later.

Call 911 to report the crash, an officer will be dispatched when available to determine if an investigation will be done. You can exchange information (name, address, registration, liability insurer and driver's license) with the other party and complete a Driver's Crash Report (CR2).

Traffic Records maintains a statewide database for reportable motor vehicle traffic crashes. In addition to the annual reports, publicly available crash data may be requested by completing and submitting an online request form.