### Incident and Offense Reports These documents detail crimes, suspicious activities, or non-criminal incidents reported to PBSO deputies in District 1. They are frequently requested for insurance claims, legal proceedings, or personal record-keeping. ### Traffic Crash Reports If you were involved in a traffic accident within the 01-PBSO District, the responding deputy will file a traffic crash report. Under Florida law, these reports have restricted access for the first 60 days following the incident to protect the privacy of the involved parties, after which they become public record. ### Arrest Records and Booking Logs PBSO maintains records of individuals arrested and booked into Palm Beach County jail facilities. These records include booking photos (mugshots), arrest charges, and booking dates. ### Calls for Service and Dispatch Logs These logs show the history of police dispatch calls to a specific address or area within District 1. They include the time of the call, the nature of the call, and the officer’s arrival time, though they contain less detail than a full incident report.

## How to Submit a Public Records Request PBSO provides multiple methods for requesting public records. You do not need to state the reason for your request, and you can choose to remain anonymous if you submit your request online, by mail, or in person. ### Online Request Portal The most efficient way to request records from the 01-PBSO District is through the official PBSO Public Records Portal. * Navigate to the official Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office website. * Access the "Public Records" section to open the online tracking system. * Submit a new request by describing the records you need. * The portal allows you to track the progress of your request and download the documents digitally once they are ready. ### In-Person Requests You can request records in person at the PBSO Headquarters or directly at the District 1 office. * **PBSO Headquarters:** 3228 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33406 * **District 1 Office:** 3228 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33406 (located within the main headquarters complex)

When visiting in person, it is helpful to bring any relevant details, such as a case number or the date of the incident, to assist the clerk. ### Mail, Email, and Phone Requests If you prefer not to use the online portal, you can contact the PBSO Central Records Division through traditional communication channels: * **By Mail:** Send a written request detailing the records you seek to the PBSO Central Records Division at the Gun Club Road address. * **By Phone:** Call the Central Records Division directly to speak with a records clerk who can guide you through the process. ## Information Required for a Successful Search To ensure the records division can locate the specific files you need from the 01-PBSO District, provide as much identifying information as possible. Useful details include: * **PBSO Case Number:** This is the most direct way to locate a report. * **Date and Time:** The exact date or a narrow timeframe of the incident. * **Location:** The specific address or intersection in District 1 where the event occurred. * **Names of Involved Parties:** The full names and dates of birth of victims, suspects, or reporting parties. * **Type of Incident:** A brief description of what occurred (e.g., auto theft, residential burglary, traffic accident).

## Fees, Processing Times, and Exemptions While Florida’s Sunshine Law guarantees access to public records, there are rules regarding processing times, fees, and what information can be legally released. ### Processing Times There is no statutory deadline for responding to a public records request in Florida, but agencies are required to respond within a "reasonable" amount of time. Simple requests, such as a single traffic crash report, are often fulfilled within a few business days. Complex requests involving extensive redactions or archived files may take several weeks. ### Fees for Records PBSO may charge fees to cover the cost of duplicating records: * **Single-sided copies:** Typically $0.15 per page. * **Double-sided copies:** Typically $0.20 per page. * **Certified copies:** A flat fee per certification (usually $1.00). * **Special Service Charge:** If a request requires extensive clerical or supervisory assistance (defined as taking more than 30 minutes to locate, review, and redact), PBSO may charge an hourly labor fee based on the salary of the employee performing the work.

### Public Records Exemptions Not all information in a police report is public. Under Florida law, PBSO must redact sensitive information before releasing documents. Exemptions include: * Active criminal investigative information. * The identities of confidential informants or undercover officers. * Personal identifying information of victims of certain crimes (such as child abuse or sexual assault). * Social Security numbers and specific financial information.