How do you get a copy of a police report

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   wyanjenposted 14 years ago

   I need a copy of my report. The cop gave me a card for a website that has the report on file.
   But, I can't get a copy without purchasing it.
   
   Is this right? Shouldn't I be able to get a copy without paying for it?
   
   I'm not an experienced criminal so I don't know how it works...
   

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      h.a.borcichposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      I had a card with the cops name, called him and he had it at the dept for me to pick up. That was when my ex violated restraining order.
      I also had to get a report copy when a drunk crashed in our yard - the same thing - I picked it up.
      
      Sure hope you are ok Jen Holly
      
      PS Do you need an alibi?

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      Cagsilposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      I know here in Mass, Springfield and Chicopee area, you want something from the police station you must get copies of the originals. And, yes, they make you pay for them.

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         wyanjenposted 14 years agoin reply to this

         

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            Cagsilposted 14 years agoin reply to this

            Hello Jen. How are you?

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               wyanjenposted 14 years agoin reply to this

               I'm good.
               I'm just getting ready to deal with this BS tomorrow.
               There wasn't a AAA tow truck up there, so I had to pay out of pocket. Now I'm trying to get reimbursed.
               I'll get an estimate & decide what to do about the damage.
               I really wanted to see that report though.

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                  Cagsilposted 14 years agoin reply to this

                  Sorry to hear about the accident and the trouble that comes with it. I know it's a pain. You'll get thru it.

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   Niteriterposted 14 years ago

   Why, Jen, you naughty girl! Is a life a crime one of your 2010 resolutions then?

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      wyanjenposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Would stealing my own police report be a crime?
      Cyber-theft, maybe?
      
      
      Nope, I just wrecked my truck. I waited until the last minute to get my paperwork together before I take it in tomorrow to get fixed up.

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   ralwusposted 14 years ago

   I think you can go downtown and get it for free. I may be wrong on that.

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      wyanjenposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      grrr. the accident happened 300 miles from home. I didn't think twice about it when the cop (er, Law Enforcement Professional) gave me this card.
      
      I'm sure as hell not paying for it. This much I know.

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   h.a.borcichposted 14 years ago

   If it is an auto accident, your insurance agent may be able to get a copy for you as they should have it.

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      Cagsilposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Hey Holly, just a reminder....did you sent an email for my Hub?

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         h.a.borcichposted 14 years agoin reply to this

         I haven't yet, I will send it tomarrow for sure I did do a current pic of just me to send you though! Holly
         Thanks for the reminder

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            Cagsilposted 14 years agoin reply to this

            Cool. No problem. Thank you.

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      wyanjenposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Yup, I don't need an alibi
      I didn't even get a ticket. I want to see the report though. I'm not sure I will make a claim...

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   Bail Up !posted 14 years ago

   The best way to find out is to call the clerk. They will let you know if and where you can pick up the report for free. The alternative is purchasing online for a fee.

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      wyanjenposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Bail Up!
      Perfect - an expert!
      
      I'm not even sure which town I was in when it happened. The card only lists the county. Regardless, I'm not driving all the way back there for the report...
      The highway is still ice-covered
      
      I think AAA will be taking care of this for me...

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         Bail Up !posted 14 years agoin reply to this

         Good deal then. Chuck it up to experience and keep on truckin'

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   ralwusposted 14 years ago

   OK, then yes, your insurance agent will get it.

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   wyanjenposted 14 years ago

   Thanks for the help guys.
   
   

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