If you’ve been involved in a car, truck, or motorcycle accident and the police responded, be sure to get a copy of the police report. This report provides details about the accident including name and addresses of parties involved, insurance information, witness statements, and police summary of incident circumstances and whether citations or arrests were involved. If you are considering a personal injury claim, this report can provide an attorney with vital information needed in assisting you.
To help navigate this process in Northeast Louisiana, here’s a guide to securing police reports in Morehouse and Ouachita Parishes, and through the Louisiana State Police.
Be Prepared: Have as much information as possible, including the date, time, and location of the accident. Also, find out the names of any parties involved, the police department that is responding, and the reporting officer (if known).
- Case Number: If you were provided with a case or incident number at the scene, this will significantly speed up your request.
- Identification: You will likely need a valid photo ID to pick up a report in person.
- Fees: Be aware that there may be a fee for copies of the report.
- Processing Time: Contact the individual police or sheriff’s office to find out the length of time for the report to be ready.
Where to Obtain Your Police Report by Parish:
Ouachita Parish
Monroe Police Department:
- The report can be obtained at 700 Wood Street, Monroe, Louisiana. Contact the department at 318-329-2600 for questions.
Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office:
- A report can be accessed online through a link on the OPSO website to Crashdocs powered by CARFAX . You will need to know the report or reference number, last name of party involved, and date of accident.
- In person, go to the 2nd Floor of the Court House Annex located at 400 St. John St., Monroe, Louisiana.
West Monroe Police Department:
A report can be accessed online through a link on the OPSO website to Crashdocs powered by CARFAX . You will need to know the report or reference number, last name of party involved, and date of accident. Contact the department at 318-396-2722 for questions.
Morehouse Parish
Bastrop Police Department.
- Contact the department at 318-281-2634.
Morehouse Parish Sheriff’s Office:
- A report can be obtained at 351 South Franklin Street, Bastrop, Louisiana. Contact the department at 318-281-4141 for questions.
Louisiana State Police
Vehicle Crash Reports can be purchased online here. Fatal Crash Reports must be purchased in person at any Troop location.
Getting through the aftermath of an accident can be overwhelming. Obtaining your police report is a critical first step, but it’s just one piece of the puzzle. If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, don’t hesitate to reach out to The Law Firm of Eddie Clark & Associates. We can help you understand your rights, gather necessary evidence, and fight for the compensation you deserve.
