The police report taken by an officer at the scene of the accident will likely be an important piece of evidence in your case. It is strongly advised that you read the officer’s account of the accident well before your court date so that any unexpected findings can be identified.
A copy of your police report can be found by contacting the police department that the recording officer reports to. These can often be gathered in person or through the mail.
What if I find wrong or missing information? If a significant piece of information is inconsistent with your memory of the accident, bring it up with our legal team. Often times reports are written well after an accident and details can be forgotten. A simple reminder may prompt the officer to officially amend their report.
Should the officer report a scene that is significantly different from your memory of the incident, and they refuse to amend, it may not be as bad as you think. Only an officer’s objective observations are admissible. Personal opinions and conclusions regarding fault will be ignored by a judge.
Ask your lawyer to secure the officer’s documentation – The policeperson has to do their best to substantiate their claims with physical evidence. Such articles can be secured by your attorney for inspection.
Contact Maniklal & Dennis, LLP today at 770-407-7339 (Duluth) or 229-244-4428 (Valdosta) to schedule an initial consultation.
