Police Department
Records The Records Section provides a variety of services to both the Police Department and the general public. Additionally, the Records Section provides services to outside agencies such as the State Attorney, FBI and other state and municipal police departments. These services include handling all requests for copies of reports and other police documents as well as responding to subpoenas for information. The Records Section receives, codes, enters and files over 13,298 documents each year. The section classifies all criminal offense reports and maintains statistical compilations regarding the numbers and types of crimes reported to the Department. This information is utilized internally to provide an ongoing picture of criminal activity within the city. Additionally, this statistical information is forwarded to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) where it becomes part of the national Uniform Crime Report. As a public service, the Records Section provides a fingerprinting service for non-criminal purposes such as immigration, employment, and handgun permit applications. Services from the Records Section There are two ways to receive a copy of a report. If you come to the main police headquarters building, and the report is available, you can get it immediately. Most reports run two pages. The Records Section is located on the first floor. You can also request a report copy by mail. Please call first if you are unsure of the exact cost. Send a letter indicating the case number and other details of the report. Address the request to:
Delivery time is usually five to ten days. Does the police department provide a fingerprint service for the public? Yes, every Tuesday and Thursday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. the public can be fingerprinted in the Records Section on the first floor of the Police Department. We do perform fingerprinting for immigration or alcohol licenses. This service is provided to Riviera Beach residents only and you must have proof of residency. There is a $7.00 charge for fingerprinting. You must bring your own fingerprint card (we will not supply one). Appointments are generally not needed, however you can receive more information by calling (561) 845-4160. |
