The Ankeny Police Department Records Unit handles arrest reports, accident reports, officers reports, statistical information. They also work with insurance companies and individuals that need verification of theft, vandalism, or accidents.
Confidential Information
Examination or release of confidential information is strictly prohibited. Specific information that may not be released includes but is not limited to:
- Peace Officer's investigative reports - commonly designated as "supplemental reports" within the Ankeny Police Department.
- A person's social security number.
- Intelligence data per chapter 692 of the Iowa Code.
- Registered victim information per chapter 915 of the Iowa Code.
- Identity of child victims per chapter 915 of the Iowa Code.
- Results of psychological examinations.
- Confidential informant communications.
- Mental and health information.
Allowable Release
Examination or release of this information includes but is not limited to:
- Incident reports
- The date, time, specific location, and immediate facts and circumstances surrounding a crime or incident except in those unusual circumstances where disclosure would plainly and seriously jeopardize an investigation or pose a clear and present danger to the safety of an individual.
Record Fees
Record Type | Fee |
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Incident Reports | $5 |
Call-for-service | $5 |
Photocopies | $0.25 per page (black and white) $0.50 color copies |
Digital Media | $5 per DVD, $10 per USB drive |
Open Records Request | Actual cost of staff time to produce and/or review documents if time exceeds 30 minutes |
Fingerprints | $15 for residents, $20 for nonresidents |