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1. What are your hours?

Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

2. Where are you located?

The Sheriff's Office is located at:
851 Woodmere Avenue
Traverse City, MI 49686

The County Jail is located at:
320 Washington Street
Traverse City, MI 49686

3. Where can I get fingerprints taken?

Due to staffing shortages, the Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Office does not offer public fingerprinting services.  The following agencies offer public fingerprinting (call to verify hours, availability, pricing, ...):

Antrim County Sheriff’s Office, 231-533-8627 / M-F, 8-5 (except from 11-12:30); $15 ink, price varies for Livescan

Benzie County Sheriff’s Office, 231-882-4484 / M W F 8-11:45 & 1-4; $15 ink, price varies for Livescan

Kalkaska County Sheriff’s Office, 231-258-8686 / M-F, 8-4 (except from 11:30-1:30); $15 ink, price varies for Livescan

Leelanau County Sheriff’s Office, 231-256-8800 / M T Th F, 12-3:45; $15 ink, price varies for Livescan

Wexford County Sheriff’s Office, 231-779-9211 / M-F, 8-3:30; $15 ink, price varies for Livescan

4. What are the hours for the Jail?

The Jail's lobby hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

5. Can you fax me my accident report?

Due to privacy issues our Department does not fax accident reports. Those wishing to receive a copy of an accident report should contact their insurance company or request the report through the Sheriff’s Office. See the Records Division page for more information. Records Division Page

6. I was told my accident report will be automatically sent to the insurance company. Is this true?

False, the insurance company must request the report.  You may choose to get pick up a copy from our Central Records Division at 851 Woodmere Avenue, for a fee.

7. Is there a cost for an accident report? Do you accept debit cards?

Accident reports cost $5 for each accident. Unfortunately we don't accept debit or credit cards.

8. Where do I get a copy of my birth certificate?

Birth certificates and other vital records can be obtained at the County Clerk's Office. Birth Certificate Requests Page

9. How do I obtain a copy of a police report (other than traffic accident)?

A form is available at our front desk to complete a request for a non-traffic report. There are fees associated with the copy, $2 1st page, plus $0.25 per additional page. You can also fax in a request to 231-995-5014. Be sure to include what you are requesting and contact phone numbers. The requests are reviewed by the Division Commanders to determine if the requested information can be given legally and within the scope of the Freedom of Information Act. Records Division Page

10. I was arrested last night. How can I get a copy of my police report?

Either the defendant or the defendant’s attorney can contact the Prosecutor’s Office at 231-922-4600 to obtain a copy and inquire if there is fee.

11. Why did I not receive a copy of my accident report in the mail?

The accident report must be requested. This can be done in writing or in person when our lobby is open. There is presently a $5 fee to obtain a copy of the accident report.