Request Police Reports

The Maryland Department of State Police (MDSP) provides criminal investigation reports, motor vehicle crash reports and other related documents maintained in the State’s central repository to legally entitled parties.

Motor vehicle crash reports

You can get an official copy of a motor vehicle accident report in several ways. Wait at least 10 days after the accident occurred to allow time for processing. 

The motor vehicle report form requires a $4.00 non-refundable document search fee, payable by check or money order to the Maryland State Police (no cash).

How to obtain accident reports

• Visit the MSP barrack where the report was filed. Call ahead to confirm the report is ready.
• Complete the request a motor vehicle report form and mail it with a check or money order to the Central Records Division.
• Visit the Central Records Division in person Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Email your completed motor vehicle report request form to [email protected], then mail a $4 check or money order to complete your submission.

For crashes in the city of Baltimore, MD, contact the Baltimore Police Department Central Records Division 

• Call 410-396-2234 or 410-396-2222
• Submit your request online

If you need an official copy of a MDSP Incident Report, you can request it from the Central Records Division. To make your request, send a written letter that includes:

• The MDSP report number, if you have it.
• The date and location of the incident.
• The name(s) of the victim or suspect.
• Your full return address so MDSP can mail the report back.
• There may be a fee for reproduction costs.

Requests are handled according to MDSP policy and  the Maryland Public Information Act.

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