After being involved in a car accident, motorcycle accident, or any other incident that resulted in personal injuries and losses in Farmington, you will want to secure a copy of the police report and other documentation that provides information and facts about the incident. The police report is sure to be an item that is needed if you are working with an agent from the at-fault driver’s insurance company or when you decide to hire 505 Legal and work with a Farmington accident lawyer to resolve the matter.
The information you need can be obtained from the staff in the Farmington Police Department Records Division. The records counter is in the lobby of the police station at:
900 Municipal Drive
Farmington, NM 87401
This service is provided to accident victims Monday through Friday from 7 AM until 5 PM. The counter is closed on weekends and on all major holidays. You can confirm that the counter is open by calling 505-599-1053.
What You Need to Make a Request for a Police Report in Farmington
The Farmington Police Department offers a portal to communicate with staff members about the documents you need and how to obtain them. This system allows you to formally request a given police report or document, as well as the ability to search for documents based on the date and file name. To complete your request, you should have the following information to ensure you get the proper information in return as quickly as possible:
- The name of the officer from the scene
- The accident report number if the officer provided it to you
- Date and location of the incident
- Your driver’s license information
- Your insurance information
In addition to a copy of the police report for the incident, you can request copies of any in-car or body-lapel video footage from the scene. There could be multiple officer and vehicle recordings that will provide a great deal of information and useful images of the incident, from when they arrived through the time they were speaking to those involved and witnesses to the accident.
Fees for a Farmington Police Report
When you request a copy of a Farmington police report, you can receive a single copy for free if you are specifically named in the report. For additional copies, or if you are not named in the document, a copy can be obtained by paying a fee of $.50 per page. If you would like a copy of the video footage from the scene, there is a $10 fee per flash drive. Keep in mind that it may require multiple flash drives at $10 each to store all the footage from the various cameras.
If you are not named in the police report and only wish to review the documents in person, you can contact the staff at 505-599-1053 to schedule a free in-person viewing. This service is offered only by appointment.
The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office Reports
If there was a San Juan County Deputy at the scene of the accident, you can request a copy of that police report via the Crashdocs website. Use the dropdown menu to enter the state and agency. Then you will be able to enter the report number, name of the party involved in the incident, and the date of the accident to search for the appropriate report.
Request a New Mexico State Police Incident Report
If there was a state police officer at the scene of your accident in Farmington, you can request a copy of that report online via the New Mexico Department of Public Safety Law Enforcement Records Bureau portal. From this site, you can request a copy of the report as well as photos, dashcam footage, diagrams, and other information related to your accident.
If you would like to make your request in person or by mail, the central repository is located at 4491 Cerrillos Road, Santa Fe, NM 87507. The phone number for the records bureau is 505-827-9181. The staff asks that you have the following information available when making your request:
- Case of incident number
- Date, time, and location of the incident
- Name of parties involved
- Type of record or report you would like
There is typically no cost for electronic delivery of records or the search process. Physical copies may incur a fee, particularly if you are requesting a notarized copy.
Do I Need a Farmington Accident Lawyer
If the Farmington accident that caused your injuries and losses was minor, consider handling the matter on your own. Working with the liable party’s insurance company can be straightforward once you have all the records and documents needed to verify the facts of the incident. If you would like a professional evaluation of your case and options, 505 Legal is always ready to provide a free consultation and case evaluation. In addition, there is never any obligation to hire the firm or take any specific action.
If your Farmington accident was more severe and resulted in costly damage and losses, know that the team at 505 Legal is ready to handle all aspects of this legal matter. At the same time, you focus your time and energy on healing and making a complete recovery.
Contact a Farmington Accident Lawyer
The legal concerns regarding your Farmington accident are sure to be weighing heavily on you as you worry about losses, expenses, and their long-term impact on your life and financial stability. Please reach out to 505 Legal at your earliest opportunity to receive a complete case evaluation at your free consultation. A skilled Farmington accident lawyer will answer all your questions, make sure you understand your options, and offer our services to handle the matter on your behalf.
If you decide to hire 505 Legal, our team will take on the case and never ask for any upfront payments. We work only on a contingency basis to eliminate the added hardship of out-of-pocket fees for our valued clients. The firm is only paid after the matter is resolved and you have the compensation or settlement funds, including money to cover your legal costs.