Q: How do I get my police report before my court date
A:
your lawyer should be able to obtain it from the DA.....otherwise, it should be given to you at your first court appearance called an Arraignment.
you can also call the DA or DMV to get a copy.
DMV will send it before the hearing date re suspension.
A:
To obtain a copy of your police report in California, you will need to make a public records request to the law enforcement agency that generated the report. You can usually do this by contacting the records department of the agency that handled your case. You may be required to provide identifying information such as your name, date of birth, and the case number, if available.
There may be a fee for obtaining a copy of the report, and the agency may take some time to process your request, so it's best to submit your request as early as possible.
If you have a pending court date, you may also be able to request a copy of the police report through the court or through your attorney. Your attorney can also assist you with obtaining the report and any other evidence that may be relevant to your case.
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