How Can I Get a Copy of a Police Report?

A few days ago, I called the police because of excessive noise in another apartment. Today I tried to get a copy of the police report. When I called the precinct, the officer told me I could have if it was just a noise complaint but if it turned out to be (and HE gave this example) a "Domestic Dispute", then I'm not entitled to a police report.

Only the parties involved are. Is this true? Asked by Mr_M_told_U_so 48 months ago Similar questions: Copy Police Report Politics & Law > Law.

Policies vary by department He may very well be telling the truth. Most departments have guidelines on who they release reports to. The purpose of the guildelines are to protect ongoing investigations and the parties involved (victims, witnesses, those wrongly accused, juveniles, etc).

As policies vary by department, Freedom of Information laws seem to vary by state (I'm a cop, not a lawyer). If you really want a copy of the report and the department says you're not entitled to one, you could file a request under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). FOIA requests are not 'magic bullets', and chances are the police department's policy is based on the laws in their state.In other words, your FOIA request may be denied for the same reasons your informal request was denied.

Generally speaking, it is much easier to obtain court records than police reports. If someone was charged as a result of the police investigation, you should be able to obtain a copy of the affidavit submitted to obtain the arrest warrant. Also, if you can convince a court that the police report is needed for a matter going to court, you can request the court issue a subpoena for the police report.

From a cop friend that I have it is true. Due to the privacy act if it turned into a domestic dispute it is considered confidential. However, watch your local newspapers as the weekly police report should be in it.

Look to see if it was indeed a domestic dispute, if not you have the right to get a copy. Make note and keep track each time you have called the police dept. To complain of the noise to give to your supervisor of the building as a complaint.

If the super wants to investigate it after that point he will have the dates and times listed for him for reference. Sources: Personal Experience ragrug_lady's Recommendations Genuine Leather Private Investigator Badge Wallet style - 2518ta .

YES YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO! Unless it involves the sealed record of a minor, or a matter of homeland security it is your right as a citizen to find out an information as regards any records involving anything in any neighborhood. I would even try contacting another precinct if you can and see if there is any information they would be willing to give if the officers in your precinct are being less than cooperative..

2 I don't know. That's why I'm asking. I need someone to tell ME.

I don't know. That's why I'm asking. I need someone to tell ME.

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Can an email be sent to notify friends of potential abuse and to report it to the police.

If someone files report on you would you receive a copy.

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