Record's Division
The Records Division is responsible for recording and storing case files.
They maintain all incident and accident report reports generated by the
Sheriff's Office. The Records Division assists the public by locating
incident/accident reports, researching past incidents, and directing them
to other agencies as needed. Incident reports are retrieved and made
available upon request to the public, through the Freedom of Information
Act.
Hours of Operation:
The Records Division is open Monday thru Friday 8am-4pm.
Please come in no later than a half-hour before we close to allow us sufficient
time to assist you. We will extend hours under special circumstances.
We are closed on most legal holidays. If you have a question, you
may contact us at (231) 258-8686 extension 410, 403 or 415.
Reports:
Once a report is received, the Records Division's function is to
maintain information on the computer. This allows Sheriff's Office
personnel future access to specific information in each case.
The records are for the use of public, law enforcement agencies and
the courts. The Records Division accepts payment for public requests.
These public requests include copies of incident accident reports, criminal
history /background checks, photos, fingerprints, civil process, etc.
Accident Reports:
If you require a copy of an accident report, where no arrest was
made and you were a party to the accident, you may request the document
by mail or in person at the Records Division by written request.
There is a $5.00 fee for all traffic crash reports (form UD-10).
Incident Report and Photographs:
You may submit a written request to the Kalkaska Sheriff's Office
for a copy of the report and/or photographs, as long as you were involved
in the incident and criminal charges are not being sought. Fees for
a copy of an incident report will be $5.00 for first page and $1.00 for
each additional page. Photo fees for regular size will be $1.00 each.
NOTE: If you are formally being charged with a crime, a copy of the
report should be requested from the Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
Freedom of Information Requests:
If you are requesting under Freedom of Information Act, then you
would need to use our form to make the request and submit to our office.
Detail the records that you are looking for including date, incident number,
name(s) or person(s) involved. If you are not a party in the report
then you must describe your connection to the incident. This is needed
to determine what might be excluded under the Freedom of Information Act,
which provides protection to the privacy of individuals involved.
Written requests will be responded to within five workings days from the
date received by our office. Additionally, a fee will be calculated
by the rate of pay of the Administrative Assistant wage and the time involved
in gathering requested information pursuant to the act.
Local Background Checks:
Local background checks are conducted by our Record's Division with
a signed authorization form provided by whom ever is requesting the search.
We need three (3) business days to complete. There is no charge for
this service. Please be advised this is only a local check
and does not include checking our local Kalkaska Village Police or Michigan
State Police files. In order to have a complete background check
that would include any and all records within the State of Michigan, you
would want to make contact with:
Central Record's Division
7150 Harris Drive
Lansing, MI 48913
(517)322-5531
Fingerprints:
Our office during regular business hours will take fingerprints
for a fee of $15.00.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How do I obtain an incident or accident report?
Please contact our office (231) 258-8686 Ext.410 to see if the report
is available. If available, reports usually need at least five business
days before authorized for release after the incident or accident.
During regular business hours, come to our office and show identification
and pay the $5.00+ fee per report.
Can I obtain a copy of an incident or accident report
by fax?
Yes, please submit your request for the report/accident in writing
with the $5.00 fee and notation to fax the report, along with the needed
fax number.
Can I obtain a copy of an incident or accident report
by mail?
Yes, please mail your written request with the incident number,
name of person involved, date, location of the incident along with $5.00
fee and SASE (self address stamped envelope).
Kalkaska Sheriff's Office
Attn: Record's Division
P.O. Box 1119
Kalkaska, MI 49646
How do I obtain a criminal background check?
Just come into our office with your driver's license or state I.D.
We will check to see if you've ever been arrested by our agency (only)
or incarcerated in our jail and will provide you with a letter stating
the results, unless you provide us with a form. There is no charge
for this service. If you need a more extensive search, please contact
the Michigan State Police.
I need to be fingerprinted for a job. Can I do
that at the Sheriff's Office?
Yes. You will need to come into the Record's Bureau at the
Sheriff's Office with photo identification and $15.00 fee.
How do I obtain a proof of incarceration letter?
Just come into the office with a Michigan issued driver's license
for identification. If you've been incarcerated on more than one
occasion, please specify the date(s) you need. There is no charge
for this service.
How do I pay for a traffic ticket?
Please contact the 46th Trial Court at (231) 258-9031, for payment
information of tickets. |
