Request Traffic Crash Reports in Fort Worth

Transportation Texas 3 Minutes Read · published February 06, 2026 Flag of Texas

In Fort Worth, Texas, crash reports and related records are managed primarily by the Fort Worth Police Department and public information offices. This guide explains what records are commonly available, how to request them under city procedures, which office to contact, and the practical steps to get copies for insurance, legal, or personal review. Use the official department contacts and forms when possible to avoid delays; if a record is withheld, the city’s public information channels and state procedures apply for review. Follow the steps below to identify, request, pay for, and, if necessary, appeal for traffic crash records.

What records are available

Fort Worth usually maintains police crash reports and associated records that may include supplemental incident reports, vehicle tow reports, and evidence inventories when retained by the Police Department. The city’s Records Division describes the types of public records maintained and the request process on its official site Fort Worth Police Department Records[1]. Specific items available depend on what was created and retained for the incident.

Not all images or video are routinely released; availability varies by case and retention policy.

Requesting records

Requests may be made by submitting a public records request or contacting the Police Records Division directly. The City Secretary’s public information pages explain how to submit formal public information requests to the city and link to any applicable online portals City Secretary - Public Information[2]. Requests should include the crash date, location, names involved, and any report or case number to speed retrieval.

Penalties & Enforcement

The legal framework for handling and releasing crash records involves municipal records practice and applicable state law. The Fort Worth offices responsible for records retention and disclosure are the Fort Worth Police Department Records Division and the City Secretary/Public Information Office. Enforcement and sanctions for improper handling of records are governed by city rules and state statutes or administrative procedures where applicable; specific monetary penalties for violations of records-release rules are not specified on the cited pages.

  • Fines or monetary penalties: not specified on the cited pages.
  • Enforcer: Fort Worth Police Department Records Division and City Secretary for public information matters.
  • Non-monetary sanctions: orders to withhold or redact records, administrative review, or referral to legal counsel — specifics are not detailed on the cited pages.
  • Appeals/review: the City Secretary provides public information procedures; if a request is denied under state law, statewide appeal routes may apply (see resources). Time limits for filing appeals are not specified on the cited pages.
  • Common violations: improper disclosure of exempt information, failure to follow public information procedure, and releasing third-party personal data; typical remedies are administrative review or legal response, details not specified on the cited pages.
If you believe records were improperly withheld, follow the City Secretary’s review steps and consider state-level remedies.

Applications & Forms

The city provides guidance for public information requests and Police Records requests; a dedicated crash-report form is not uniformly published on the cited pages. For many requests, the City Secretary’s public information request method or the Police Records request process is used. Fees and exact submission formats are not specified on the cited pages.

FAQ

How do I request a Fort Worth traffic crash report?
Submit a request to the Fort Worth Police Department Records Division or through the City Secretary’s public information process; include crash details to help locate the report.[1][2]
Are there fees to get a copy?
Fees may apply for copies or certified records, but specific amounts are not specified on the cited pages.
How long does it take to receive a report?
Processing times vary by workload and request type; exact timelines are not specified on the cited pages.

How-To

  1. Identify the crash: collect date, time, location, names, and any report or case number.
  2. Contact Fort Worth Police Records to confirm record availability and preferred submission method.
  3. Submit a public information or records request via the City Secretary or Police Records procedures, including required identification and details.
  4. Pay any applicable copying or certification fees when instructed by the records office.
  5. If a request is denied, follow the city review process; pursue further appeal under applicable state procedures if necessary.
Keep a copy of your request and any payment receipts to aid appeals or follow-up.

Key Takeaways

  • Fort Worth Police Department and the City Secretary handle crash-report requests.
  • Provide precise crash details to speed retrieval and reduce fees.
  • If withheld, use city review processes and consider state appeal options.

Help and Support / Resources

  1. [1] City of Fort Worth - Police Records
  2. [2] City of Fort Worth - City Secretary Public Information

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