How to get a crash report from the Tea Pd
If the Tea Pd responded to your crash in South Dakota, here is exactly how to get the official report, what it costs, and what you need.
Official source
Get the Tea Pd crash report online
Reports handled by the Tea Pd are available instantly online through LexisNexis BuyCrash (~$10-15), 24-48h after agency upload. You can also request a copy directly from the agency, often for a lower statutory fee.
Open the official request page→Source: Tea Pd / South Dakota crash-report system. Checked 2026-07-24. Details can change — always confirm with the official source.
Requesting directly from the agency
Every agency must also release crash reports on request, usually for a small statutory fee (often less than the online convenience option). Contact the Tea Pd's records office and ask for a crash or collision report; have the report number or the date, location, and a driver's name ready.
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