How to Obtain a Criminal Police Report in Virginia
Though the process varies by city, obtaining a police report in Virginia is simple and easy. Citizens can find descriptions of accidents, crimes and arrests through the police, including dates, locations and descriptions of damage or injuries. With a little patience, the proper information and the help of a local police department, police records are accessible in just a few short steps, either online or at a station. According to Virginia's Freedom of Information Act Part 2.2-3706, police records cannot be released if they could jeopardize investigations. Likewise the identity of a juvenile may not be released.
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Locate the nearest police station. Some cities, like Virginia Beach, offer the police non-emergency number, 311, for assistance with issues such as locating a police station.
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Inquire at the information desk. Make sure to have the pertinent information, such as the report number, names of parties involved and the report's date.
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Pay the fee. For Richmond, the fee is $5, as of 2010. Fees vary from city to city.
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Check city websites. Some cities, like Virginia Beach, offer online services for obtaining police reports. Applicants should have the date of report and location.
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