Washoe County Sheriff’s Office has streamlined the process of obtaining traffic accident reports by partnering with the Carfax Police Crash Assistance Program.

People are now able to obtain a copy of their traffic accident reports online. The reports are stored electronically in a highly secure database and available for purchase through Carfax.

Individuals involved in a traffic accident are given a unique case number by the deputy at the scene. This case number, along with the date of the accident will be needed to access the report, which is generally available within three to five days of the accident. Carfax charges a $5 fee to provide access to residents so they can view, save, print and email their accident report.

The other change at the department is the discontinuation of front desk service on the weekends due to budget cuts.