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But what about all of the instances where a police report contains inaccurate… Continue reading How to Amend a Police Accident Report in Georgia<\/span><\/a>","datePublished":"2024-11-27","dateModified":"2026-04-17","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/blog\/author\/butler\/#Person","name":"Jeb Butler","url":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/blog\/author\/butler\/","identifier":9,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/f5a02bc71d91db5fc8645f129c4424ce6ef7af7e24fe54f4a85315a9dd28f317?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/f5a02bc71d91db5fc8645f129c4424ce6ef7af7e24fe54f4a85315a9dd28f317?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Butler Kahn","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Butler-Law-Firm-Logo.png","url":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Butler-Law-Firm-Logo.png","width":210,"height":93}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/how-do-personal-injury-lawyers-negotiate-with-insurance-companies.jpg","url":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/how-do-personal-injury-lawyers-negotiate-with-insurance-companies.jpg","height":1067,"width":1600},"url":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/blog\/how-to-amend-a-police-accident-report-in-georgia\/","video":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"VideoObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=UTyv1Ctl4b8#VideoObject","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=UTyv1Ctl4b8","name":"LAWYER: How to Amend a Police Accident Report in Georgia","description":"Butler Kahn auto accident attorney Tom Giannotti explains how to amend your accident report in Georgia if key information is incorrect or missing from it. \n\nLearn More about Butler Kahn: https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/how-to-get-your-georgia-police-accident-report-online\/\n\nTranscript: \n\nThe police report is an important piece of evidence in any motor vehicle collision. Insurance companies will use the police report to determine fault, and the police report is admissible at trial, at least to the extent that it refers to the investigating officers and personal observations. So what if the report contains incorrect information? Is it possible to correct or amend the report?\n \n And if so, how does one go about doing that? Well, the short answer is yes, it is possible, but it depends on what exactly you're trying to change. If there are factual errors in the report, you'll need to provide the investigating officer with evidence documenting the error.\n \n For example, if there's video footage, for example, dash camera footage or local business surveillance footage, and the officer didn't have that footage at the time of making the report, you can and should provide the officer with that video. It's always best to have an attorney in these situations for reasons I'll get into. But if you are doing this yourself, you can look for the investigating officer's name and badge number on the police report. It's usually in the bottom left at the end of the report. And sometimes you'll need to call that police department and it's non-emergency contact number to connect with the officer through an operator.\n \n But again, if the video clearly shows that the information in the officer's report is wrong or disproves the way that the report says the accident happened, and it's clearly demonstrated from the video, then the officer will most likely want to correct that report. \n \n So again, you can and should provide that. That being said, there are other kinds of evidence, such as witness statements, which we'll call testimonial evidence as opposed to documentary evidence, that may conflict with other witnesses.\n \n So where you have conflicting witness statements, the officer may not want to change the report or the officer may just make limited changes to the report and leave the determination to fall up to the court and to the jury. So the police report is not necessarily the end all be all of proving your case. You can call witnesses and, you know, there can be conflicts such as, I'll put, I'll give an example to sort of put a finer point on this.\n \n We had a case where our client rear-ended a commercial vehicle and the commercial vehicle had all sorts of mechanical issues due to negligent maintenance. And the police initially gave our client a ticket for following too closely, said he was at fault. But of course, the company's driver never told the officer the full story of what happened. Instead, he just played it off like our client just rear-ended him because he wasn't paying\n attention and, you know, wasn't, didn't reveal anything about the numerous mechanical problems that he knew about. And our client, for his part, wasn't able to tell his story really because he was being life-flighted with a broken femur. 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Insurance companies will use them to assess fault. They can also serve as evidence in court, particularly when the report reflects the observations of a police officer. But what about all of the instances where a police report contains inaccurate information? Is it possible to amend a police report so that it is accurate?The short answer to this question is \u201cYes.\u201d A police report can be amended, but the process to change it will depend on the nature of the error and the evidence you have on hand to support your claim.The Types of Errors In A Police Report\u00a0\u00a0Factual Errors: These include mistakes like incorrect names, license plate numbers, and vehicle descriptions. These types of errors can be corrected by providing documents including identification, vehicle registration, and other supporting records.Subjective Errors: These involve instances where an officer\u2019s interpretation of events, including who they deem at fault, is incorrect. Amending these types of errors can be much more challenging and often requires the petitioner to submit strong evidence.Steps To Amend A Police Report\u00a01.\u00a0 Gather EvidenceEvidence is key to amending a police report. There are several different types of evidence that should be collected.Video Footage: Car accidents are typically covered by many different cameras. This can include a driver\u2019s dashcam footage and surveillance footage from nearby businesses.Electronic Data: Cars often have electronic data recorders (EDRs) that can shed light on vehicle speed, braking, and other critical data prior to a collision.Witness Statements: Testimony from passengers, other drivers, or people on the street can help corroborate your version of events.For instance, dashcam footage can definitively prove that you entered an intersection on a green light if your report said that the light was red. Presenting this evidence to the investigating officer can compel them to make needed corrections.2. Contact The Investigating OfficerEvery police report is created by a member of law enforcement. Locate the officer\u2019s name and badge number. The officer that created your report will typically be listed at the end of the document. You can then call the police department\u2019s non-emergency number and request to speak with the investigating officer. When speaking with the officer, provide your evidence and explain the discrepancy listed in the report.3. Work With An AttorneyThough it is possible to address inaccuracies in a police report independently, there are several benefits that can come with hiring an attorney. Attorneys are intimately familiar with the complexities of evidence and can navigate several important issues like:Hearsay Rules: Police reports usually contain statements from various witnesses, which could be considered hearsay in a court of law. An attorney can ensure that these statements are handled properly and not used against you.Preserving Evidence: Attorneys can help ensure that crucial pieces of evidence, such as additional witness statements, are properly documented before being lost as people\u2019s memories fade.There are no up-front costs associated with hiring an attorney. Instead, they only get paid by the opposing party if they are able to successfully resolve your case.When Amending May Not Be Possible\u00a0In many situations, officers may refuse to amend the subjective statements of a police report, especially when they are supported by witness statements. In these types of cases, the officer might choose to leave the question of who is at fault to a jury. This doesn\u2019t mean that your case is doomed. Other forms of evidence can still support your claim. Eyewitnesses often have imperfect memories and may not perceive an event all that clearly. Medical records, traffic footage, accident site photos, and vehicle damage patterns can help paint a clear picture of what caused a collision, regardless of what any witness may claim.A Real-World Example\u00a0In one case, our client rear-ended a commercial vehicle and was cited for following the vehicle too closely. However, during the discovery process, we were able to obtain dashcam footage and electronic data showing that the commercial vehicle was negligently maintained. This evidence moved the investigating officer to withdraw his citation, though they left the issue of fault up to the courts. This case demonstrates the importance of legal representation and thorough evidence collection.Getting Legal Help To Fix An Incorrect Police Report\u00a0While police reports can be enormously useful, they are not the definitive account of what took place. They often contain errors, especially when it comes to the subjective statements that officers make with respect to fault. When errors are encountered on a police report, they should be addressed as early as possible with supporting evidence.But this might not be possible for a number of different reasons. An accident victim may be preoccupied with treating their injuries in the aftermath of a collision. Or the investigating officer may simply refuse to admit that they made a mistake. This is much more common than many people realize. If you\u2019ve been involved in a collision and believe the police report contains errors, don\u2019t wait to take action. The car accident attorneys at Butler Kahn are here to support you. You can reach out to our office anytime for a risk-free consultation\u00a0at\u00a0678-940-1444."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"How to Amend a Police Accident Report in Georgia","item":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/blog\/how-to-amend-a-police-accident-report-in-georgia\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]