Powell Police Records request

City of Powell & Powell Police Department Online Records Request Form

This request form applies only to records maintained by the Powell Police Department.

Important Information – Please Read Carefully

  • Records staff process requests in the order they are received, in accordance with Wyoming State Statute §16-4-202(c)(iii).
  • All public records shall be released no later than thirty (30) calendar days from the date the request is acknowledged, unless good cause exists for delay as authorized by §16-4-202(c)(iv).
  • Some requests may require additional research or preparation, which may extend the processing time.
  • Certain records are exempt from disclosure under W.S. §16-4-203 and other state or federal laws. Records containing exempt information will be redacted to protect confidential material. All requests are reviewed prior to release.
  • Requests for police reports related to ongoing or unadjudicated cases will be denied until the case has been adjudicated.

Submission Requirements

  • Please complete the form as thoroughly as possible to ensure timely processing. Incomplete requests may be delayed or denied.
  • The requester listed on the form must be the person who picks up the report.
  • All reports will be redacted in accordance with Powell Police Department policy and state law.
  • Documents not picked up within 30 days of notification will be destroyed.
  • For records involving a juvenile, a certified copy of the child’s birth certificate and a photo ID of the parent or guardian are required.
  • No refunds will be issued once a request has been processed.

ALL FEES FOR RECORDS MUST BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE THEY ARE RELEASED.

See the fee schedule for a list of fees related to all requests.

Wyoming State Crash Reports can also be obtained directly from the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) in Cheyenne at:

ONLINE RECORDS REQUEST FORM

Requestor's Name

Request Details: Per W.S.S. 16-4-202: If the public records requested are not in the custody or control of the government entity to whom the application is made, the designated public records person shall notify the applicant within (7) business days from the date of acknowledged receipt.

Record Type Requested:
I understand and agree that there may be charges for the duplication, production, and transmission of public records. I agree to pay all applicable fees and charges in advance for the requested information, as identified in the fee schedule listed.
Clear Signature
Writing your full name constitutes your electronic signature and agreement to the above statement.

FEE SCHEDULE

Records Research and Copying Fees

Only cash or checks are accepted. Reports will be released only after payment is received.

The Powell Police Department (PPD) shall not release records related to criminal cases that have not been adjudicated. PPD shall also not release records belonging to other agencies, including those provided to us or accessible by other means.

Copies of records requiring administrative review are subject to administrative fees as set forth in W.S. §16-4-204.

  • The standard research fee is $40 per hour, with a minimum charge of $20.
  • If the scope of a request indicates that more than one hour of research will be required, the requester must pay a $40 non-refundable fee before research will begin.


Public Records Fees

CategoryDescriptionFee

Photocopies & Printed Materials:

Black & White (up to 11″ x 17″)

First page

Each subsequent page

$1.00

$0.50

   
Photocopies & Printed Materials – Color
(up to 11″ x 17″)

First page

Each subsequent page

$1.50

$0.75

  10

Research Producing Records

*Copies or scans provided at the listed rates

Minimum charge:

Clerical Staff:

Professional Staff:

Attorney:

$20.00

$40/hr

$60/hr

Actual Cost

   
   
Fax Transmission Fees

Per fax (up to 5 pgs)

Each Additional Page

$2.00

$0.25

   
Digital Media Fees

4GB-8GB 

16GB-32GB 

64GB

$5.00

$10.00

$15.00