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After you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident in Florence, you will probably need to file an insurance claim against the at-fault party’s insurer to seek compensation for your injuries and other losses from the accident. To do that, you will need to know how to get a police report.

When the police arrived at the accident scene, they most likely prepared a report. Even though the report itself is not evidence, the information it contains can be useful when negotiating with the insurance company. It can also provide witness contact information.

You can get a copy of the police report yourself, or you can rely on the Florence car accident lawyers at Jebaily Law Firm to get one for you. We are also ready to handle all the other aspects of your car accident claim.

Step-by-Step Process to Obtain a Police Report in Florence, SC

If a Florence Police Department officer responded to the accident, you can get a copy of the police report this way:

  • Go to the Florence Police Department at 324 West Evans Street, Florence, SC.
  • Bring your driver’s license or photo ID.
  • Call (843) 665-3191 to find out the cost.
  • Bring a check or money order.

You can get police accident reports from the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) by mail. You can:

  • Complete Form FR-50.
  • Include a check or money order for $10.
  • Mail two copies of the completed form and payment to:

SCDMV

Titles Mail-in Unit FR-50

PO Box 1498

Blythewood, SC 29016-0050

How to Get a Police Report Online Quickly and Easily in South Carolina

Here’s how to request a police report online:

  • Go to the online page to request a collision report.
  • Click “Next” at the bottom of the page and fill in the requested information.
  • Continue clicking “Next” and completing the requested information until you reach the end.
  • Be prepared to pay a fee to obtain the report.

How Long Does It Take to Receive a Police Report in Florence?

How long does it take to get a police report? The reports are usually available within a few days, but if the incident required a detailed investigation, you may have to wait until the police investigation is complete. If the department handling police reports has a significant workload, that could also increase the time required to obtain a copy of the report.

Contact Us Today to Get Help Accessing Your Police Report in Florence

If you have been injured in a car accident caused by someone else, you will need the police report to use in your personal injury case.

You should not try to handle your car accident case yourself. An experienced Florence motor vehicle accident attorney from Jebaily Law Firm can take over your case and handle all the legal details for you, including getting a copy of the police report. After you have been injured, all you should have to worry about is healing. Let us pursue the money you deserve while you focus on getting better.

Contact us today for your free case review with an experienced personal injury attorney.

George D. Jebaily, Esq.

Attorney George D. Jebaily is the Managing Partner of Jebaily Law Firm, where he serves as the lead attorney for the Personal Injury Team. With over 40 years of legal experience, George’s law practice concentrates on a full scope of personal injury claims, including those related to motor vehicle crashes, premises liability, workplace accidents, dog bites, wrongful death, and more.

 

George has deep ties to the Florence community, where he has lived since he was a child. He has served as an at-large member of the Florence City Council since 2014 and received recognition from the American Association for Justice for his efforts to redevelop Downtown Florence. George has also been deeply involved with raising awareness of the dangers of distracted driving. 

 

In 1982, George earned his law degree from the University of South Carolina, where he also earned his undergraduate degree in 1978. He is licensed to practice law in South Carolina, the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. He is a member of the American Bar Association, the South Carolina Bar, the Florence County Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, and the South Carolina Association for Justice.

 

Admitted to South Carolina Bar: 1983

Years of Legal Experience: 43

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