Dixie County Police Records

Police records in Dixie County are managed by the Dixie County Sheriff's Office. The Sheriff handles all law enforcement duties for this small rural county in north Florida. You can request incident reports, arrest records, and other police documents through the Records Division. Most records are public under Florida law, though some exemptions apply for active cases or sensitive information. The Sheriff's Office in Cross City processes all public records requests for Dixie County.

Dixie County Sheriff's Office

The Dixie County Sheriff's Office serves the entire county. This includes patrol, investigations, jail, and records. All police reports filed by deputies are kept at the Sheriff's Office in Cross City. The Records Division handles public records requests for incident reports, arrest logs, and other documents.

To learn about the Records Division, visit dixiesheriff.org/records-division/ on the Sheriff's website. This page explains what records are available and how to request them. You can ask for reports by mail, phone, or in person. Staff will help you find the report you need in Dixie County.

For general questions, the Sheriff's Office has a contact page with phone numbers and addresses. Call the main office line to ask about public records. Staff can tell you if a report is available and what the process is. Bring case details when you call, such as date, location, and names. This helps them find your report faster.

You can also visit in person during business hours. The Sheriff's Office is in Cross City. Bring a photo ID when you visit. Ask for the Records Division or the front desk. If the report is ready, you may get it the same day. Otherwise, you will be told when to come back or how to receive it by mail in Dixie County.

What Records You Can Get

Dixie County keeps various types of police records. Incident reports cover crimes like theft, assault, burglary, and vandalism. These reports show what happened, who was involved, and what action was taken. Most incident reports become public after the case is resolved or charges are filed. Active investigations may be exempt from immediate release.

Arrest records are created when someone is booked into the Dixie County Jail. The booking record includes name, photo, charges, and bond amount. You can search current inmates through the jail roster if available online. For past arrests, submit a public records request to the Sheriff's Office. Arrest records are usually public unless sealed by court order.

Traffic crash reports are kept by the agency that responded. If a Dixie County deputy investigated the accident, the report is at the Sheriff's Office. For crashes on state highways handled by Florida Highway Patrol, order the report through the state website at www.flhsmv.gov/traffic-crash-reports/ for a fee. Local crash reports may be free or have a small copy charge.

Available records in Dixie County:

• Crime and incident reports
• Arrest and booking records
• Traffic accident reports
• Jail inmate information
• Case files and summaries

Requesting Police Records

To get a police report in Dixie County, start by confirming the Sheriff's Office has the report. If a Dixie County deputy filed it, the Sheriff's Office is the right place. If another agency was involved, contact that agency instead. Knowing where the report is kept saves time and ensures you get the right records.

You can request records by calling the Sheriff's Office. Ask for the Records Division. Tell them what report you need and provide as many details as you can. Include date, time, location, names, and case number if you have it. Staff will tell you if the report is ready and how to get it. Some reports are available quickly while others need review before release.

Written requests can be sent by mail to the Dixie County Sheriff's Office in Cross City. Include your name, address, phone, and a detailed description of the records you want. Be as specific as possible. General requests take longer to process. Allow at least a week for a mailed request to get a response in Dixie County.

In-person requests work if you are in the Cross City area. Visit the Sheriff's Office during regular business hours. Bring photo ID. Staff will help you fill out a request form if needed. Simple requests may be filled the same day. More complex ones take extra time. You will be told when to expect the records.

Note: Copy fees or processing charges may apply depending on the request.

Florida State Police Records

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement keeps statewide criminal records. FDLE collects data from all Florida agencies including Dixie County. You can get a background check through FDLE for $24. This shows arrests and convictions from across the state. Mail requests take 5 to 10 business days. Call (850) 410-8161 for criminal history questions.

FDLE has a public records portal at fdle.justfoia.com/publicportal for general records requests. This covers FDLE documents but not local police reports. For Dixie County police records, contact the Sheriff's Office directly. More info on criminal history records is at www.fdle.state.fl.us/criminal-history-records/contact-us with phone and address details.

Florida's public records law is in Chapter 119 Florida Statutes. This law makes most government records public. It also lists exemptions for active investigations, personal data, and security concerns. The Sheriff's Office reviews each request under this law in Dixie County.

Dixie County Court Records

The Dixie County Clerk of Court keeps criminal court records. Once charges are filed, the case goes to the court system. Court records show charges, hearings, and outcomes. You can search court cases online through the Clerk's office website if available. This helps you see case results after an arrest in Dixie County.

Police reports and court records are not the same. Police reports come from the Sheriff. Court records come from the Clerk after the case enters court. Both are public but you get them from different offices. The Clerk office is at the Dixie County Courthouse in Cross City.

Nearby Counties

Dixie County is in north-central Florida. It borders several other rural counties. If you are not sure where an incident happened, check the location carefully. You need to request records from the agency with jurisdiction over that area.