Flagler County Police Records

Police records in Flagler County are kept by the Flagler County Sheriff's Office. The Sheriff handles law enforcement for the entire county and runs the detention facility. You can request incident reports, arrest records, crash reports, and case files through the Sheriff's public records process. Most records are public under Florida law, though some exemptions apply for active investigations or sensitive data. The Sheriff's Office in Bunnell processes all public records requests for Flagler County.

Flagler County Sheriff's Office

The Flagler County Sheriff's Office serves the entire county. This includes patrol, criminal investigations, jail operations, and records management. All reports written by deputies are stored at the Sheriff's Office. The main website is at www.flaglersheriff.com with contact info and department details for Flagler County.

The Sheriff's Office has a dedicated records page that explains how to get police reports. Visit www.flaglersheriff.com/public-interest/records to learn about the request process. This page has info on what records are available and how to ask for them. You can submit requests online, by mail, or in person in Flagler County.

For questions about public records, contact the Public Information Office at the Sheriff's Office. Visit www.flaglersheriff.com/divisions/PIO for contact details. Staff can tell you if a report exists and how to get it. Bring case details when you call or email, such as date, location, names, and case number if you have it. Details help staff find your report faster.

You can also visit the Sheriff's Office in person during business hours. The office is in Bunnell. Bring a photo ID when you visit. Ask for the records section or public information office. If the report is ready and cleared for release, you may get it the same day. Otherwise, staff will tell you when to expect it in Flagler County.

Types of Police Records

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

Arrest records come from the Flagler County Detention Facility. When someone is arrested and booked, the jail creates a booking record with photo, charges, and bond amount. You can search current inmates online through the jail roster on the Sheriff's website. For past arrests, submit a public records request. Arrest records are usually public unless sealed by court order in Flagler County.

Traffic crash reports are kept by the agency that investigated the accident. If a Flagler County deputy responded, the report is at the Sheriff's Office. 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.

Available records in Flagler 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 Request Records

To get a police report in Flagler County, start by confirming the Sheriff's Office has the report. If a Flagler 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 correct records.

Visit the Sheriff's Office records page for instructions on how to submit a request. You can ask for records online, by mail, or in person. Online is usually the fastest method. Fill out the request form with all details you have about the incident. Include date, time, location, people involved, and case number if known. You will get a confirmation and updates as your request is processed.

Written requests can be sent by mail to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office in Bunnell. Include your name, address, phone number, 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 response by mail in Flagler County.

In-person requests work if you are in the Bunnell or Palm Coast area. Visit the Sheriff's Office during regular 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. More complex requests take extra time. You will be told when to expect the records.

Note: Some records may have fees for copies and processing time in Flagler County.

Florida State Police Records

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement keeps statewide criminal records. FDLE collects arrest and conviction data from all Florida agencies including Flagler 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 Flagler County police records, contact the Sheriff's Office 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 investigations, personal data, and security concerns. The Sheriff's Office reviews each request under this law in Flagler County.

Flagler County Clerk of Court

The Flagler County Clerk of Court keeps criminal court records. Once charges are filed, the case goes to court. Court records show charges, hearings, pleas, and outcomes. You can search court cases online at flaglerclerk.gov/records/court-records/ for free. This helps you see what happened after an arrest in Flagler County.

Police reports and court records are different. Police reports come from the Sheriff's Office. Court records come from the Clerk after the case enters the court system. Both are public but you get them from different offices. The Clerk office is at the Flagler County Courthouse in Bunnell.

Nearby Counties

Flagler County is in northeast Florida. It borders several other 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.