Records
The Records Unit is responsible for the retention of Police Department records as well as the release of information to citizens, the court system, District Attorneys’ offices, and insurance companies regarding criminal or traffic cases. A staff of four records specialists and a civilian supervisor maintain electronic and paper copies of all crime and accident reports, complete data entry of all reports, release crime information to the court or public, and forward accident information to the Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles.
Reports can be requested from the Broomfield Police Department Records Unit by mail or walk-in service. At this time, we are unable to email reports. The Records Unit is dedicated to ensuring these requests are processed quickly and efficiently. See below for our fee schedule. Please complete this form if you would like a copy of a police report; and this form for an audio recording of interaction with the communications center.
An accident report can be obtained three ways: in person, by mail, or using our online service. To obtain a copy of a traffic accident report (within 24 hours of being scanned into the system) using our online service please use this link for BuyCrash.com. There is a charge of $5 plus a nominal fee for using this service. You will need the date of the accident, vehicle driver's last name, the Broomfield Police Department case number, and a valid credit card to access your report for a quick and easy download.
A local (Broomfield only) background check can be purchased for $10. The full name and date of birth of the party is required. A statewide background check may be purchased by going to Colorado Bureau of Investigation’s website.
The Records Unit can only accept the following types of payment:
- Cash
- Check* (personal, business, and cashier)
- Money Order
*A $20 fee will be assessed for all returned checks
Please contact the Records Unit with questions about specific crime statistics. For general crime statistics please visit our Crime Statistics page or Colorado Bureau of Investigations Crime in Colorado.
If you have questions regarding Civil Process, please call 303.438.6480.
Obtaining a Copy of a Report
Reports can be requested from the Broomfield Police Department Records Unit by mail or walk-in service. At this time, we are unable to email reports. The Records Unit is dedicated to ensuring these requests are processed quickly and efficiently. See below for our fee schedule. Please complete this form if you would like a copy of a police report; and this form for an audio recording of interaction with the communications center.
Obtaining a Copy of an Accident Report
An accident report can be obtained three ways: in person, by mail, or using our online service. To obtain a copy of a traffic accident report (within 24 hours of being scanned into the system) using our online service please use this link for BuyCrash.com. There is a charge of $5 plus a nominal fee for using this service. You will need the date of the accident, vehicle driver's last name, the Broomfield Police Department case number, and a valid credit card to access your report for a quick and easy download.
Obtaining a Background Check
A local (Broomfield only) background check can be purchased for $10. The full name and date of birth of the party is required. A statewide background check may be purchased by going to Colorado Bureau of Investigation’s website.
Fee Schedule
:| Types: | Fees: |
|---|---|
| ACCIDENT REPORT | $5 (1st 10 pages) .25 each page thereafter |
| ANIMAL IMPOUND FEE | $35 (1st day) $5 a day after that |
| ANNUAL CRIME REPORT | No Charge |
| ARREST REPORT | $5 |
| BACKGROUND CHECK | $10 |
| BASIC RESEARCH FEE | $5 |
| BOOKING PICTURE | $5 |
| CAD CALL REPORT | $2 |
| CD / DVD | $20 |
| CERTIFIED VIN INSPECTION | $20 |
| CRIME / INCIDENT REPORT | $5 (1st 10 pages) .25 each page thereafter |
| DISPATCH TAPE / CD | $20 |
| MAJOR RESEARCH FEE | $25/hour |
| PHOTOGRAPHS | Contact Property/Evidence 303.438.6444 |
| REGISTERED SEX OFFENDER LIST | No Charge |
Accepted types of Payment
:The Records Unit can only accept the following types of payment:
- Cash
- Check* (personal, business, and cashier)
- Money Order
*A $20 fee will be assessed for all returned checks
Crime Statistics
:Please contact the Records Unit with questions about specific crime statistics. For general crime statistics please visit our Crime Statistics page or Colorado Bureau of Investigations Crime in Colorado.
If you have questions regarding Civil Process, please call 303.438.6480.