Kansas Highway Patrol accident reports are ordered through KHP’s Online Accident Report system on Kansas.gov, or by a written or in-person request to KHP General Headquarters Records in Topeka, and the Patrol charges $5.00 per report. The KHP Crash Log is a separate public tool that shows preliminary details of injury and fatal crashes for a short time.
What Does the Kansas Highway Patrol Crash Log Show?
The KHP Crash Log is a public, searchable list of preliminary information about injury and fatality crashes. Entries can be pulled up for 14 days from the event, or for up to 30 days when the information has been updated. It is a quick way to confirm that a crash happened, but it is not the official accident report.
The Patrol notes that logs are sometimes updated while posted and are subject to change. Names may be missing at first, too. Citing the Kansas Open Records Act, the Patrol withholds the names of people killed in a crash until their next of kin are notified.
That gap can be painful for a family waiting on news. The rule exists to protect the privacy of the people involved.
Searching the KHP Crash Log, Including Kansas Turnpike Crashes
The KHP Crash Log can be searched by date, county and type of crash. Here is how a search usually goes:
- Open the search screen on the crash log site.
- Pick at least one filter. The site asks you to select a date, type or county, and at least one choice is required.
- Try the map instead if you know the area but not the county. The “Select a location from the map” option lets you start from a map of Kansas counties.
- Open the matching entry and read it closely.
Turnpike crashes need one extra step. The site says injury and fatality crashes worked on the Kansas Turnpike after February 5, 2018 are best located by choosing “Kansas Turnpike Authority” in the County list or by searching by date.
However, the crash log’s FAQ says Turnpike crashes are not included in the system, so if a Turnpike crash does not appear, ask the agency that responded.
Turning a Crash Log Entry Into a Kansas Report Request
The crash log and the official report work together. Details from the log can feed straight into your request.
KHP’s Records Department asks you to provide as much information as you can, including:
- The case number
- The date of the crash
- The location
- The names of the people involved
Copy down what the log shows while the entry is still posted, since it only stays up for a limited time. Any card or paper the trooper handed you at the scene may also carry a case number.
If you are wondering when the report itself will be ready, take into account that timelines vary by agency. If you have any more doubts about the timeline, you can read our site’s guide on how long police reports usually take.
Ordering Kansas Highway Patrol Accident Reports Online
For a crash that happened since May 2013, you can order the report online. The KHP Online Accident Report system is a document retrieval service run by Kansas.gov, a third party working under a contract administered by the Information Network of Kansas.
Before you start, have these ready:
- A Kansas.gov account username and password
- Accident details such as a name, case number and date
- A Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover card
The site states that there is a fee for downloaded documents. It also explains that online prices on Kansas.gov include funds used to develop, maintain and expand the state’s web portal.
Requesting a Report by Mail or in Person in Topeka
Some people cannot use the online system. For accidents older than May 2013, or if you do not have computer access, KHP accepts a written request to its Records Section. You may also make a request in person at the same office.
- Office: Kansas Highway Patrol General Headquarters Records, Topeka
- Main phone: (785) 296-6800
- Before mailing: call to confirm the current Records mailing address, since KHP’s headquarters listing has changed
The KHP Records Department says its staff respond to crash report requests from attorneys, courts, insurance companies, the public and other agencies. That list includes the public, so you can ask for your own report directly.
| Record from KHP | Fee | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Official accident report | $5.00 | Online for crashes since May 2013; written or in person for older ones |
| Witness statement | $2.00 each | Applies to each witness statement you order |
| Other records | Quoted at request | KHP communicates other record costs when you ask |
If a city police department or county sheriff handled your crash instead of a trooper, contact that agency for its report. Our Kansas accident resources page is a good next stop for other questions after a crash.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kansas Highway Patrol Accident Reports
How do I get Kansas Highway Patrol accident reports?
Order them through KHP’s Online Accident Report system on Kansas.gov for crashes since May 2013. Older crashes need a written request to KHP General Headquarters Records in Topeka.
How long does a crash stay on the KHP Crash Log?
Entries cover 14 days from the event and may stay up to 30 days if the information is updated.
Is the KHP Crash Log the official accident report?
No. The log shows preliminary information that can change, and the official report is requested separately.
How much does a KHP accident report cost?
KHP charges $5.00 per accident report and $2.00 per witness statement.
Need the Official Kansas Report? We Can Help
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Last reviewed: October 2026
This post was reviewed by Hernán Beresnak, Lead Editor, Local Accident Reports.
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