Department of Public Safety,
Division of Police
Record Bureau's Frequently Asked Questions

When is the records bureau open?
Monday through Thursday, 8am until 4:00pm. Friday, 8:30am to 8:30pm.

What information do I need to locate my report?
Name, date, place, and type of report (i.e.: accident, criminal mischief). If you have approximate information, we can still assist you, but it may require more time to locate your report. Officers generally supply residents with a card that has the date and report number as well as the officer's name on it.

Do I have to pay for copies?
Yes. If you pick up your copy at the office the fee is .75 a page for the first 10 pages, then .50 a page for the next 10 pages. If the copy is mailed, the first to third page is $5 and each additional page is $1. All fees are paid in advance.

Can you fax my report?
Reports are not faxed as a normal course of business.

Why can't I pick up a copy of my report on the same or next day?
Reports are written by the responding officers, then reviewed and approved by a supervisor. The process normally takes 3 to 5 days to complete. The report is then sent to the records bureau for release.

NOTE: Reports involving open investigations, juveniles, or that involved indictable offenses will not be released by the records bureau. Your request will be directed to the proper authority.

When can I be fingerprinted?
Fingerprinting is done on Fridays ONLY. Please call ahead and advise us when you would like to come in. Please have the fingerprint cards with you and a form of identification.

How can I get a NJ Firearms Identification Card or Permit to Purchase?
First, you must be a Vernon Township resident. You can pick up an application at the records bureau during regular business hours. The clerk will explain the entire procedure to you at that time, or you may call and obtain this information. The forms are easier to explain when you and the clerk can go over them together.