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After being involved in an accident, obtaining a copy of your police report can be essential evidence for filing an insurance claim for your injuries or vehicle damages.
In the City of Vista, law enforcement services are provided by the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department. The department operates the Vista Sheriff’s Station, commonly known as the Vista Police Department, under contract with the city.
If you were involved in a car accident in Vista and the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department completed a collision report, you can request a copy of that report either in person or by mail through the responding station.
Request your Accident Report from the Responding Station
You may request a copy of your accident report directly from the station that responded to your crash or prepared the report. For more information, ask the officer at the scene how to obtain a copy of your collision report.
Request your Collision Report in Person
To request a copy of your Vista accident report in person, complete the Service Request Form, available in English or Spanish. Then bring the completed form to:
San Diego County Sheriff’s Records & ID Division
9621 Ridgehaven Ct
San Diego, CA 92193
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The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Please bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license or passport, along with a money order, certified check, or cash to cover the $20 fee.
Request your Traffic Incident Report by Mail
To request your collision report by mail, send the completed Service Request Form in English or in Spanish to:
San Diego County Sheriff’s Department
ATTN: Records & ID Division, Cases Section
P.O. Box 939063
San Diego, CA 92193
Include a copy of your valid photo ID and a money order or certified check to cover the fee.
Fees
There is a $20 fee for each accident report. Victims of accidents involving drugs or alcohol may qualify for one free copy. Payments can be made by money order or certified check. Personal checks are accepted only if drawn on a California bank.
Cash payments are accepted only for in-person requests. Please make all checks payable to “San Diego County Sheriff.”
Processing Time
The San Diego County Sheriff’s Records & ID Division typically processes requests within 3 to 10 business days.
If you have any questions, you can call the Records and Identification Division at (858) 974-2110 or visit their website for more information.