## Submitting an Open Records Request If the information you need is no longer visible on the active call log, or if you require a formal police report, you must submit a public records request. The City of Fort Worth handles these requests in accordance with the Texas Public Information Act. To request historical logs or specific reports, access the Fort Worth Open Records Portal online. You can submit a new request by providing as much detail as possible, including dates, times, specific locations, officer names, or case numbers if known. Under Texas law, governmental bodies have up to ten business days to respond to a public information request, ask for clarification, or seek a ruling to withhold certain sensitive information. ## Using Alternative Crime Mapping Tools

For a broader view of police activity and crime trends in Fort Worth, you can use authorized third-party crime mapping platforms. The Fort Worth Police Department partners with external databases to visualize crime data. Websites such as CityProtect or the LexisNexis Community Crime Map allow users to filter Fort Worth police activity by date, location, and incident type. These maps provide a visual representation of where crimes occur, making it easier to analyze safety trends in specific neighborhoods. These platforms typically display data from the past several weeks or months, bridging the gap between real-time active calls and formal open records requests. ## Important Privacy and Availability Limitations When accessing the Fort Worth Police Department activity log, keep in mind that certain information is restricted to protect public safety and individual privacy.

* **Redacted Information:** Active logs and public reports generally redact personal identifying information, such as the names of victims, juveniles, and witnesses. * **Delayed Reporting:** Some sensitive incidents, such as ongoing investigations, sexual assaults, or domestic violence calls, may be delayed or omitted from the public active call log to protect the integrity of the investigation and the safety of those involved. * **Historical Limits:** Online active call sheets only display temporary data. For older records, the availability of archives is not guaranteed without a formal public information request.