After an accident in or around Arvin, you may be in need of an accident report to prove your innocence in a crash. A frightening crash on a busy road like Meyer Street or Hwy 223 can leave you in need of financial assistance from an at-fault driver.
If you were injured through no fault of your own, it’s a good idea to speak with a local attorney. Tell a lawyer with Maison Law of Arvin about what happened so they can help you decide on the best path to getting compensation for your medical expenses and lost wages at work. Contact us for a free consultation that comes with no obligation to you.
Finding Your Accident Report in Arvin
It’s important to know that if you’ve hired a lawyer to protect your rights after an accident, he or she will be working to secure your accident report. In a property damage only accident, your car insurance provider may also be obtaining your report.
First, you’ll want to call the Police Department to find out when your report is ready (give them at least 7 to 10 days). You can also find out what documents you’ll need to secure a copy of the report. Call 661-854-5583 Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4 pm for availability and cost. You should also ask about the cost of the document.
You can find more information and help on the Arvin Police Department website.
If you decide to pick up your accident report in person, you can visit the department here:
The Arvin Police Department
200 Campus Drive
Arvin, CA 93203
For Kern County Accidents
For a collision investigated by the Kern County Sheriff’s Department, you can print out an accident report request form here. You can submit your request by mail, in-person, or by email. For other questions call the Sheriff’s Department at (661) 391-7624.
Sheriff’s Office County of Kern
1350 Norris Road
Bakersfield, CA 93308
How Do I Secure a CHP Accident Report?
In an accident investigated by the California Highway Patrol (CHP), victims can request accident reports online. However, you should wait at least 7 days to allow for the report to be completed and submitted.
Victims can also request a report in person or through the mail. They need to check the instructions on the California Highway Patrol website. They’ll be asked to fill out a CHP 190 report form.
They can fill it out and drop it off in person at the closest CHP office or mail it in. You can find a list of all of the CHP offices here.
The CHP office in Bakersfield will be the closest location for many victims.
(420) Bakersfield CHP Office
9855 Compagnoni Street
Bakersfield, CA 93313
661-396-6600
Do I need a lawyer after a car accident?
For an accident involving vehicle damage and only minor injuries, you can likely manage without a lawyer.
It’s another matter entirely if you suffer a serious injury. When insurance agents for at-fault drivers must face the costs of a victim’s recovery they can start pulling out common insurance tricks. They want to reduce the compensation they must pay you. They can delay responding to your claim while you face a stack of bills that you can’t possibly pay. Then they can make you an unfair offer that doesn’t cover all of your costs, hoping you’ll sign off on it.
Talk to an Arvin Car Accident Lawyer with Maison Law to discuss your case and the fastest and most effective way to get your entire recovery paid for.
