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At this time, we are unable to accept reports online. We are diligently working to improve technology, and are exploring options to accept reports in the future.

You may visit any CHP office anywhere in California to file a traffic crash report, regardless of where the crash occurred.

  You can get a copy of a your CHP crash report in person at any CHP office, by mail, or online by visiting CHP - Crash Report

​If you are the involved party in a traffic crash, and disagree with any portion of the report, you may write a "supplemental" statement. In your written statement, please include:

•   The report number
•   Your name
•   The specific item or items with which you disagree

You may bring this statement into any CHP office, or send it via US Mail. You will receive a response by US Mail.

We do not recommend attempting to contact the investigating officer directly by phone, as it eliminates our ability to track your concerns.

​​The CHP charges only a nominal fee to cover reproduction costs (To determine the cost of your report, please contact the CHP office where the report was filed). The CHP charges the following for crash reports:

• $10.00 — 01 - 25 pages
• $20.00 — 26 - 50 pages
• $30.00 — 51 - 75 pages
• $40.00 — 76 - 100 pages
• $10.00 — Over 100 - for each additional 25 pages or portion thereof

**There is no extra charge for handling or mailing. Your personal check or money order must be sent with your request and made out to the California Highway Patrol. Please place the report number on your check, if you know it. NO CASH PLEASE if you are requesting the report by mail.  We do not accept Credit or Debit cards at this time.

Please contact the CHP-Marin office at 415-413-9400 to schedule an appointment with one of our certified Child Safety Seat technicians or send us an email at CHPMarin@chp.ca.gov. Appointments and child safety seat inspections are free.   

Children MUST be properly restrained in an appropriate child passenger restraint system in the rear seat of a motor vehicle until they are at least eight years of age or 4’9” in height. The following are the only exceptions to riding in the rear seat of the vehicle:

• There is no rear seat.
• The rear seats are side-facing jump seats.
• The rear seats are rear-facing seats.
• The child passenger restraint system cannot be installed properly in the rear seat.
• All rear seats are already occupied by children under the age of 12 years.
• Medical reasons require that the child or ward not ride in the rear seat. The court may require satisfactory proof of the child's medical condition.

Additional Requirements:

• Children under 2 years of age shall ride rear facing.
• Exceptions: Over 40 pounds or over 40 inches in height.
• The child shall be secured in a manner that complies with the height and weight limits specified by the manufacturer of the child passenger restraint system.

The CHP issues three types of tickets, which can be identified by the form number at the top left of the citation:

•  ​Traffic Citation (CHP 215)
  Once issued, a traffic citation can only be handled through the court specified at the bottom of the form. If the citation includes a mechanical violation to be corrected, it may be brought to any CHP office, police department, or sheriff's office for certification. CHP does not charge for this certification, and no appointment is required.

•  Mechanical or Equipment Citation (CHP 281)
  A correctable mechanical or equipment citation points out a fault or discrepancy with your vehicle. The violation must be corrected and verified by any law enforcement officer before being returned to the issuing office. The issuing office address is listed on the back of the citation. Postage is required if sending through US Mail.
  Violations must be certified as corrected and returned to the issuing office within 30 days. If the violation is not resolved, it will be converted into a traffic citation and will be forwarded to the local court for processing.

• Parking Ticket (CHP 267)
  Once issued, any correspondence or payment of fines for a CHP-issued parking citation can only be handled through the Parking Citation Center listed at the bottom of the form.

​While there are many reasons that a vehicle may be towed by the CHP, all will fall into one of two categories: "Stored" or "Impounded":

Stored Vehicles

Vehicles stored by the CHP can be retrieved directly from the tow company by the registered owner or his/her agent. Some examples of "stored" vehicles include:

• Vehicle involved in a traffic crash, and cannot be driven from the scene.
• Vehicle left parked on a freeway in excess of four hours.
• Vehicle left parked blocking a lane or creating a traffic hazard.

Impounded Vehicles

Vehicles impounded by the CHP require a release from the office that caused it to be impounded. Tow companies will not release the vehicle unless they are directed to by the CHP. Common examples of "impounded" vehicles include:

• Vehicles towed because the driver did not have a valid Driver License.
• Vehicles towed as part of an investigation where further examination is necessary.
• Vehicles without valid paid registration.

If you are unsure why your vehicle was towed or where it was towed to, please contact our office at 415-413-9400.

Please contact the CHP-Marin office at 415-413-9400 to schedule an appointment with one of our VIN officers or send us an email at CHPMarin@chp.ca.gov. Appointments and VIN inspections are free.

Please contact the CHP-Marin office at 415-413-9400.

Visit CHP Careers - Apply Today for in-depth information on careers including applicant and recruitment resources.  If you have any additional questions about a future career with the CHP, call the CHP-Marin office at 415-413-9400.