Vehicle Crash & Offense Reports

Madison County Sheriff's Office

For traffic collisions not investigated by a deputy, you may complete and mail a Civilian Collision Report

Vehicle crash reports can be obtained online at buycrash.com.

Kentucky law (KRS 189.635) restriction on release of crash reports:

  • To obtain a copy of a vehicle crash report, you must be a party to the accident, the parent or guardian of a minor who is party to the collision, insurers of any party who is the subject of the report, or an attorney of the parties.
  • Reports will generally be available to the public within 3 to 5 days of the report being taken by an officer. On occasion, a report may not be available within the allotted time period. Therefore, it is best to call the Records Section to determine if the report is available prior to pickup.
  • A fee is charged for reports ($5.00) cash only.

Offence Reports

All requests made in person must provide a copy of the involved person’s driver’s license along with payment by cash, personal check, cashier’s check or money order. All requests by mail must provide a copy of involved parties driver’s license, a written request along with payment by cash, personal check, cashier’s check or money order and a self-addressed stamped envelope. (No out of county personal checks will be accepted) If you have questions or need additional information please call 859-623-1511.

Only offense reports for incidents/crimes that are closed will be released. All releasable incident/offense reports will require and open records request submitted.

Send Requests to:
Madison County Sheriff’s Department
Attention Records
135 West Irvine Street Suite B01                                                                                      
Richmond, Kentucky 4047

Madison County Sheriff Tip Line. Phone: 859-624-4797

The Tip Line is designed to allow individuals to provide us with tips on criminal activity that is happening in the community. You can remain anonymous if you choose to do so. You are not required to provide your name, business name or other contact information. Call 859-624-4797 

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