Records Division
Records Division |
Michelle Vails
812-376-2653
Jennifer Arbuckle
812-376-2654
Download Center
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Records Division of the Columbus Police Department is open to the public, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm. We can be found by entering the lobby of the Police Department and checking with the employee at the window on the right.
Services provided by Records Division
People can retrieve a copy of a traffic accident report, the day following the accident. Helpful information to find an accident report (date, location of accident, driver's name), and a State Crash Reports are charged a $5 fee.
Handgun License
There are two types of handgun licenses available in the State of Indiana. A Hunting and Target license is a limited license and allows a person to lawfully transport a handgun to or from hunting or target shooting only. A Personal Protection or unlimited license allows a person to lawfully carry a handgun at anytime on his or her person or in a vehicle. Anyone living in the city limits of Columbus, Indiana must make their application for a handgun license through the Columbus Police Department.
To make application for either type of handgun license you need to fill out a preliminary information sheet, which allows us to run a criminal records check on you. These information sheets are available at our Records Division, Monday through Friday from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. or at our Download Center. If applying for a Personal Protection License you must also submit a letter stating the reasons you are requesting the unlimited license. These letters should be addressed to the Chief of Police but should be submitted to the Records Division along with the completed information sheet. You will be requested to call our department approximately a week after submitting your paperwork to schedule an appointment to fill out the actual Application For Handgun License and to have your fingerprints taken.
Total cost for a Personal Protection Permit as of August 2002 is $25.00. The Hunting and Target Permit is $15.00. The Records Division will furnish additional information to you when you pick up your preliminary information sheet.
Bicycle Registration
Bicycles can still be registered at the Records Division for only $1. The form records all important bicycle information on file in Records Division.
Incident Reports
Basic incident reports, (Vandalism, Theft, Damage to Property) can be requested in advance by calling 376-2654 and they can be located a waiting to be picked up at no cost. Multiple incident report requests should be made at least one day in advance and can be made over the phone.
Limited Background Checks
Limited background checks can be requested in person, Tuesday- Friday, 8:00am till 4:00pm. These checks are often required before employment with many businesses.
Accident / Incident Photos
If someone is in need of obtaining photos from accident / incident scenes, they can be purchased from the police department. Visit the Download Center and download the "Request for Photos Form" that is listed under the "Records Division". All instructions for submitting the form and pricing are listed on the form.
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