Traffic collisions occur in every city, and Burbank is no exception. The Burbank Police Department documents specific types of traffic accidents and provides convenient access to official reports.
The Department also tracks and shares monthly traffic statistics to keep the community informed about trends, safety concerns, and enforcement efforts on local roads.
Traffic Summary Report - October 2025
Traffic Summary Report - September 2025
Traffic Summary Report - August 2025
Traffic Summary Report - July 2025
Traffic Summary Report - June 2025
Traffic Summary Report - May 2025
Traffic Summary Report - April 2025
Traffic Summary Report - March 2025
Traffic Summary Report - February 2025
Traffic Summary Report - January 2025
The Burbank Police Department investigates traffic collisions that happen on public roads and highways. These reports follow statewide rules set by the California Highway Patrol’s Collision Investigation Manual.
In most cases, you can request a copy of your collision report — unless the incident doesn’t meet certain criteria (explained below).
Accidents on Private Property
If a crash happens in a parking lot, driveway, or other private property, Burbank Police will not take a report unless:
- Someone was injured or killed,
- The crash involves a hit-and-run,
- There’s a clear violation of a California traffic law.
Accidents on Public Roads or Highways
A collision report will be taken by police if any of the following apply:
- Someone was hurt or killed
- A driver involved asks for a report
- There’s a law violation that may lead to charges (like DUI, hit-and-run, or reckless driving)
- A city or government vehicle is involved
- A school bus with students crashes (unless CHP investigates it)
- It’s a hit-and-run with enough details to follow up
Traffic camera footage is not managed by the police department. To request a video, please contact:
Burbank City Traffic Engineering
150 N. Third St., Burbank, CA 91502
(818) 238-3953
[email protected]
If you’ve been in a traffic collision, you can now get your report online — quickly and securely.
- Online reports are available after at least four days (to allow for police review and approval)
- A small convenience fee is added to the regular report cost
- If you prefer to skip the fee, you can still visit the Records Bureau in person and pay the standard $15
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Traffic collisions occur in every city, and Burbank is no exception. The Burbank Police Department documents specific types of traffic accidents and provides convenient access to official reports.
The Department also tracks and shares monthly traffic statistics to keep the community informed about trends, safety concerns, and enforcement efforts on local roads.
Traffic Stats & Trends
The Burbank Police Department regularly publishes traffic statistics to provide the community with accurate information on local trends and to promote public awareness.
- Traffic Summary Report - September 2025
- Traffic Summary Report - August 2025
- Traffic Summary Report - July 2025
- Traffic Summary Report - June 2025
- Traffic Summary Report - May 2025
These reports compare current data to previous months and years.
Reporting a Traffic Collision in Burbank
The Burbank Police Department investigates traffic collisions that happen on public roads and highways. These reports follow statewide rules set by the California Highway Patrol’s Collision Investigation Manual.
In most cases, you can request a copy of your collision report — unless the incident doesn’t meet certain criteria (explained below).
Accidents on Private Property
If a crash happens in a parking lot, driveway, or other private property, Burbank Police will not take a report unless:
- Someone was injured or killed,
- The crash involves a hit-and-run,
- There’s a clear violation of a California traffic law.
Accidents on Public Roads or Highways
A collision report will be taken by police if any of the following apply:
- Someone was hurt or killed
- A driver involved asks for a report
- There’s a law violation that may lead to charges (like DUI, hit-and-run, or reckless driving)
- A city or government vehicle is involved
- A school bus with students crashes (unless CHP investigates it)
- It’s a hit-and-run with enough details to follow up
Need Traffic Camera Footage?
Traffic camera footage is not handled by the police department. To request video, contact:
Burbank City Traffic Engineering
150 N. Third St., Burbank, CA 91502
(818) 238-3953
[email protected]
How to Get a Collision Report
If you’ve been in a traffic collision, you can now get your report online — quickly and securely.
- Online reports are available after at least four days (to allow for police review and approval)
- A small convenience fee is added to the regular report cost
- If you prefer to skip the fee, you can still visit the Records Bureau in person and pay the standard $15
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