Texas Blue Form Discontinued: What Replaced It and What You Need to Know

If you're searching for the Texas "Blue Form" for your car accident, you may be confused. The old CR-2 form (commonly called the Blue Form) has been discontinued and replaced with a new system. Here's what you need to know.

What Was the Blue Form?

The "Blue Form" was the nickname for the Texas CR-2, a self-reporting form drivers could fill out themselves after minor accidents where police didn't respond. It got its name from the form's blue color when printed.

Drivers used the Blue Form to report accidents with less than $1,000 in damage or no injuries. It was a way to document an accident without police involvement.

When Was It Discontinued?

Texas discontinued the paper CR-2 Blue Form in September 2017. The form is no longer accepted by TxDOT or insurance companies.

What Replaced the Blue Form?

Texas now uses an online reporting system called TxDOT Crash Self-Reporting. Instead of mailing in a paper form, you submit your accident report online.

Online Self-Reporting Requirements

You can use online self-reporting if:

• No one was injured or killed
• Total damage is less than $1,000
• Police did not respond to the scene
• No commercial vehicles were involved
• No hazardous materials were involved

For Most Accidents: Police Report Required

For any accident with injuries, significant damage, or where police responded, you'll need the official CR-3 crash report filed by law enforcement. This is the report your insurance company needs.

CR-2 vs CR-3: What's the Difference?

How to Get Your Crash Report Now

If Police Responded (Most Cases)

1. Wait 7-10 business days for the report to be processed
2. Visit the TxDOT CRIS portal to search for your report
3. Pay $6.00 to download your official CR-3 report

Visit TxDOT CRIS Portal →

If Police Did NOT Respond (Minor Accidents)

For minor accidents where police didn't come to the scene:

1. Use the TxDOT online self-reporting system
2. Submit within 10 days of the accident
3. Your insurance company may also have their own form

What Your Insurance Company Needs

For most claims, your insurance company will want the official CR-3 police report. This document contains:

• Official fault determination
• Insurance information for all parties
• Witness statements
• Diagram of the accident
• Any citations issued

Without this report, your claim process will be significantly delayed.