The Records Bureau is responsible for maintaining all Police Department Records, including Arrest Reports, Incident Reports, and Motor Vehicle Accident Reports.
The Records Bureau is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (excluding holidays).
How Do I Obtain a Copy of a Record?
Copies of records can be obtained in person at the Records Bureau of the Worthington Division of Police during normal business hours. The Records Bureau is located in the front lobby of the Police Department. Records requests can also be made via mail or by fax. To request a copy of a record, a Records Request Form should be filled-out and mailed or faxed to the Records Bureau.
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What is the Cost of a Record?
The Division of Police will provide copies of records, up to ten pages, at no cost to the requestor. (This includes postage costs.) Most accident reports and incident reports fall within this 10 page limit. Costs may apply for any records in excess of 10 pages or for the duplication of other media forms such as compact discs, photographs and/or video tapes. Contact the Records Bureau at (614) 436-8740 if you have any questions about a record’s cost.
How will I Receive My Record?
You may obtain your records directly in person from the Records Bureau during normal business hours. You may also receive your record through the U.S. Mail by mailing or faxing your request on a Public Records Request form.
Only accidents reports will be sent to you via fax. All other record requests must be picked up in person or sent via the U.S. Mail. No records will be sent utilizing electronic mail.
When will My Record be Available?
Most accident & incident reports will be made available within 24 – 72 hours after they were taken. It is suggested that you call the Records Bureau to see if your record is available for release prior to coming to police headquarters. If making a request by mail or fax, the record will be sent to you after it becomes available.
Are all Records Obtainable from the Division of Police?
The Records Bureau complies with the Ohio Public Records Act when fulfilling requests for public records. While there are many different circumstances that may prevent a request from being filled, the following list identifies the most common reasons for certain records not to be released to the public:
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Pending Litigation / Trial Preparation Records
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Case is Under Investigation
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Confidential Law Enforcement Records
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Uncharged Suspects
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Juvenile Information
If you have questions in regards to the legal requirements of the Public Records Act or if a specific record maintained by the Division of Police can be released, e-mail or contact Lt. Douglas Francis at (614) 885-4463.
Questions About a Public Record?
Telephone: (614) 436-8740
