The Open Records Unit provides the requester with customized crime reports, officer information reports, 911 audio, bulk incident reports and other customized information requests. If you are seeking a single report please contact our Central Records Unit or in the case of an accident report visit www.buycrash.com

How long does it take to obtain the results from an Open Records Request?
The length of time varies between each request. Reports that are currently available will be provided within the 3 business days. Other requests that require a custom report to be created may take longer.

How much does an open records request cost?
Cost is determined by the lowest hourly waged person completing the request, plus any materials provided with the request. (Paper, audio or videotapes). The first 15 minutes is free of charge.

Where do I pick up the information once the request has been completed?
The requested information can be picked up at our Central Records Unit, Monday through Friday 8 am - 2:30 pm.

What types of information are not provided through the Open Records Unit?
Criminal Background checks
Warrant information
Court documents
Jail status
Name or Identification of a rape victim
Driver's License and or vehicle registration information
Medical Records
Mug shots
Court dispositions
Toxicology reports
Medical Examiner Reports
Officer personal information
Fire records

What laws govern Open Records Requests?
Open Records Requests are governed by Georgia State Law, code sections 50-18-70 through 50-18-76:
50-18-70 - (a)As used in this article, the term 'public record' shall mean.
50-18-71 - (a) In all cases where an interested member of the public has a right
50-18-71.1 - (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this article
50-18-71.2 - Any agency receiving a request for public records shall
50-18-72 - (a) Public disclosure shall not be required for records that are:
50-18-73 - (a) The superior courts of this state shall have jurisdiction in law
50-18-74 - (a) Any person knowingly and willfully violating the provisions of
50-18-75 - Communications between the Office of Legislative Counsel
50-18-76 - No form, document, or other written matter which is

What is the contact information for the Open Records Requests?
Atlanta Police Department / Open Records
226 Peachtree St SW
Atlanta, Ga 30303
Office (404) 546-7448
Fax (404) 653-7987
Email: OpenRecords-Police@AtlantaGa.Gov

What are the methods for submitting an Open Records Requests?
1. By Mail:
Atlanta Police Department / Open Records
226 Peachtree St SW
Atlanta, Ga 30303

2. Using the Online form. Submit request online

3.E-Mail address (OpenRecords-Police@AtlantaGa.Gov)

If you send your request in by US MAIL, please include the following information:

a. Mailing address.
b. Phone number

Attention insurance companies, when submitting a request please use your personal work email address and not a generic claims email.

Please do not submit payment with your requests. You will be sent an invoice when your request is completed.