Escambia County Police Records

Escambia County police records are maintained by the Escambia County Sheriff's Office and the Pensacola Police Department. The Sheriff handles unincorporated areas and runs the county jail. Pensacola Police serves the city limits. Both agencies process public records requests for incident reports, arrest logs, and case files. Most records are public under Florida law, with some exemptions for active cases or protected information. You can request records online through agency portals or by mail and in person in Escambia County.

Escambia County Sheriff's Office

The Escambia County Sheriff's Office serves unincorporated areas of the county. They also run the county jail and detention center. All reports filed by deputies are kept at the Sheriff's Office. This includes incident reports, arrest records, and traffic crash reports. The main website is at www.escambiaso.com with contact info and department details.

The Sheriff's Office has a Public Records Unit that handles all requests. Visit www.escambiaso.com/publicRecords to learn about the request process. This page explains how to ask for police records in Escambia County. You can submit requests online, by mail, or in person. Staff reviews each request to determine what can be released.

Escambia County uses an online records portal for public requests. Visit escambiaso.justfoia.com/publicportal to submit a request electronically. This portal accepts requests 24 hours a day. You can track your request status online and get email updates. The portal handles most types of police records from the Sheriff's Office in Escambia County.

For questions about records, call the Public Records Unit at the Sheriff's Office. Staff can tell you if a report exists and how to get it. Bring case details when you call, such as date, location, names, and case number if known. The more details you provide, the faster they can find your report.

Pensacola Police Department

The Pensacola Police Department handles law enforcement within the city limits. If your incident occurred in Pensacola city, contact Pensacola Police for records. They have their own public records request process separate from the Sheriff's Office. Visit the city website at www.cityofpensacola.com/2995/Police-Public-Records-Requests for info on requesting police records from Pensacola PD.

Pensacola Police accepts requests online, by mail, and in person. Fill out their request form with details about the incident. Include date, time, location, and names. Staff will process your request and contact you when records are ready. Some reports are available quickly while others need review before release in Escambia County.

Available Police Records

Escambia County police records include incident reports for crimes and accidents. These reports document what happened, who was involved, and what action was taken. Offense reports cover theft, burglary, assault, fraud, and vandalism. Most become public after the case is closed or charges are filed. Active investigations may be exempt from immediate release.

Arrest records come from the Escambia County Jail. When someone is booked, a booking record is created with photo, charges, and bond amount. You can search current inmates online through the jail roster. For past arrests, submit a public records request. Arrest records are usually public unless sealed by court order in Escambia County.

Traffic crash reports are kept by the responding agency. If the Sheriff's Office or Pensacola Police investigated, contact that agency. For crashes on 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.

Common records in Escambia County:

• Incident and offense reports
• Arrest and booking records
• Traffic accident reports
• Jail inmate records
• Case files and investigative summaries
• Call logs and dispatch records

How to Get Police Records

To get a police report in Escambia County, first figure out which agency has it. If the incident was in unincorporated Escambia County, contact the Sheriff's Office. If it was in Pensacola city limits, contact Pensacola Police. Knowing the right agency saves time and ensures you get the correct records.

The easiest way is to use the online portal. For Sheriff's Office records, go to the ECSO portal. For Pensacola Police records, check their website for instructions. Fill out the form with all details you have. Include date, time, location, names, and case number if known. You will get a confirmation. Most requests are processed within a few days in Escambia County.

You can also submit written requests by mail. Send your request to the appropriate agency. Include your name, contact info, and a detailed description of the records you want. Be specific. General requests take longer to process. Allow at least a week for a response by mail.

In-person requests work if you are in the Pensacola area. Visit the Sheriff's Office or Pensacola Police Department during business hours. Bring photo ID. Staff will help you fill out a request form. If the report is ready, you may get it the same day. Otherwise, you will be told when to expect it.

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 Escambia County. You can get a background check through FDLE for $24. This shows arrests and convictions from across the state. Processing takes 5 to 10 business days by mail. Call (850) 410-8161 for criminal history questions.

FDLE has a public records portal at fdle.justfoia.com/publicportal for general requests. This covers FDLE documents but not local police reports. For Escambia County police records, contact the Sheriff's Office or Pensacola Police directly. More info on criminal history 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 cases, personal info, and security matters. Each agency reviews requests under this law in Escambia County.

Nearby Counties

Escambia County is in the western panhandle of Florida. It borders several counties. If you are not sure where an incident occurred, check the exact location. You must request records from the agency with jurisdiction over that area.