These terms and conditions – Police Records govern every visitor who uses this site to search, view, or request police records. By opening any page on this site, you accept these terms in full.
If you do not accept them, close the site and stop using our tools. This page protects both you and us. It spells out what you can do, what you cannot do, and what we will and will not promise. Read it carefully before you run a police records search or pull a police report online.
What These Terms Cover
These terms apply to your use of this site, all its pages, and every tool we offer. They cover police records search, police report lookup, and any data you see here. They also cover how you share or copy our content. Any linked service or partner tool may have its own rules. Those rules apply when you leave our site and enter theirs. This page is a contract between you and the site owner. It is not a contract with any police department, sheriff office, or government agency. We are a private information site, not a government body.
Scope of Agreement
The agreement starts the moment you load a page on this site. It ends only when you stop using the site for good. Any past use still falls under these rules. If you accept these terms on behalf of a group or company, you confirm you have the right to do so. Your group must also follow every rule listed here. We may update these terms at any time. The newest version always replaces the old one. Your continued use means you accept the new version.
Who Must Follow These Rules
Every visitor must follow these rules. This includes casual readers, search users, account holders, and anyone who shares our content. It also covers any tool, bot, or script that touches our pages. If you let another person use your device or account, you are still responsible for their actions. Parents and guardians are responsible for minors who use the site. By using the site, you confirm you are at least 18 years old, or that a legal guardian accepts these terms for you.
User Eligibility and Account Duties
You do not need an account to read most pages. Some tools may ask you to sign up. When you sign up, you agree to give true and current details. You must keep your password safe. You must not share it with anyone else. If someone logs in with your details, you are still responsible. Tell us right away if you see strange activity on your account. We can freeze or close any account that breaks these rules.
Account Registration Rules
When you create an account, you agree to a few simple rules. You must give a valid email address. You must pick a strong password. You must not pretend to be another person. You must not create many accounts to dodge limits or bans. You must update your details if they change. We may ask for proof of who you are at any time. If you fail the check, we may close your account.
Login Security Steps
Keep your login safe. Do not save your password in a public place. Do not share it with friends, family, or coworkers. Log out when you use a shared computer. Change your password if you think someone knows it. Turn on two-step login if we offer it. Report any strange activity within 24 hours. We are not liable for losses that happen because you did not protect your login.
Permitted Use of Police Records
You may use this site to look up public police records. You may use the data to satisfy your own curiosity, do personal research, or write a news story. You may print or save single copies of a report for your own files. You may share a single report with a lawyer, a family member, or a client, as long as you share the full source. You may not use the data to make decisions about jobs, housing, credit, or insurance. Those uses fall under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, which we do not support.
Allowed Search Types
You may run a police records search by name. You may run a police case number lookup. You may pull police incident reports online. You may search by date, location, or agency. Each search must serve a lawful purpose. The same rules apply to bulk searches, report downloads, and database queries. We offer these tools for personal use only. Commercial use needs a written deal with us first.
Personal and Non-Commercial Use
Personal use means you run a search for yourself. It means you share the data with people you know. It does not mean you sell the data, bundle it into a product, or post it on a public site. If you want to use our data for paid work, contact us first. We may offer a business license. We may also say no. We always have the final say on commercial use.
Prohibited Activities on This Site
Some actions are never allowed. They put our users, our site, and the public at risk. Breaking these rules can lead to a permanent ban. It can also lead to legal action. We track every visit through logs and security tools. We also report serious abuse to law enforcement. Read this list carefully. It covers every type of misuse we have seen so far.
Illegal or Harmful Actions
You may not use this site to break any local, state, federal, or foreign law. You may not stalk, harass, or threaten another person. You may not use the data to commit fraud, identity theft, or blackmail. You may not share data that harms a minor. You may not try to break into our systems or those of our partners. You may not run scraping bots, data miners, or crawlers. You may not load our pages in a way that slows them down for others.
Misuse of Police Record Data
You may not use police records to make decisions about jobs, housing, loans, credit, or insurance. You may not use the data to screen tenants. You may not use it to deny a license or government benefit. You may not use it to rate, rank, or score people. You may not sell the data to a third party. You may not post it on social media to shame or expose a person. These limits protect the people listed in the reports.
FCRA Compliance and Legal Limits
We are not a consumer reporting agency. We do not follow the Fair Credit Reporting Act. We do not offer background checks for employers, landlords, or lenders. Our tools help you find public records. They do not give you a legal report you can use for FCRA decisions. If you need an FCRA-compliant report, hire a licensed consumer reporting agency. We are not that agency, and we will never be that agency.
What the FCRA Covers
The FCRA controls how employers, landlords, and lenders run background checks. It sets rules for accuracy, consent, dispute, and notice. The law also lists who can pull a report. If you pull data from our site and use it for one of these covered decisions, you break the law. We do not support that use. We also block tools that look like they serve that purpose.
Your Promise to Follow the Law
By using this site, you promise to follow every law that applies to your search. You promise not to use our data for any FCRA-covered purpose. You also promise to follow data privacy laws in your state. Some states limit how you can use arrest records that did not lead to a conviction. You must know and follow those rules on your own. We are not your lawyer, and we do not give legal advice.
Data Accuracy and Disclaimers
Public police records change every day. We do our best to keep our search results fresh. We do not promise that every record is correct. We do not promise that the data is complete. We do not promise that it is up to date. Police reports can include errors. Names can be misspelled. Case numbers can be wrong. Dates can be off. You must check any record with the source agency before you act on it.
No Warranty of Accuracy
We provide this site as is. We make no promises about the data, the tools, or the search results. We do not promise the site will be online at all times. We do not promise it will be free of bugs or viruses. We do not promise the search engine will always return the right match. If you suffer a loss because of a wrong record, we are not liable. Your only fix is to stop using the site.
Use at Your Own Risk
You use this site at your own risk. You are responsible for how you read, copy, and share the data. You are responsible for any action you take based on the data. If you share a report with someone else, you take full responsibility for that share. We are not a party to that share. We do not control what happens after you leave our site.
Privacy and Your Personal Data
We collect some data when you visit the site. We log your IP address, browser type, and search terms. We use this data to run the site, fix bugs, and stop abuse. We do not sell your personal data. We do not trade it for ads. We may share it with law enforcement if a court orders us to do so. We may share it with a partner who helps us run the site, but only the data they need to do their job.
What We Collect
We collect your IP address. We collect your browser type. We collect the pages you visit. We collect the search terms you type. We collect the time and date of your visit. We collect this data to keep the site safe and fast. We also use it to count visits and measure search trends. We delete raw logs after a short period. We keep only the data we need to follow the law.
How We Protect Your Data
We use strong security tools to protect the data we store. We use encryption, firewalls, and access controls. We limit staff access to need-to-know bases. We train our team on data safety. No system is perfect, but we work hard to keep your data safe. If we suffer a data breach, we will tell you as soon as the law allows. We will also tell the right authorities.
Third-Party Sites and Outside Links
This site links to outside tools, including police department pages and public records databases. We do not control those sites. We do not own them. We do not promise they are safe or correct. Once you click a link, you leave our site. The terms and privacy policy of the new site now apply. Read those rules before you share any data with the new site. We are not liable for what happens on a third-party site.
No Endorsement of Partners
A link on our site does not mean we endorse the partner. It does not mean we promise their service. It does not mean we vouch for their data. We link to outside tools to help you find public records. We do not control their content. If you have a problem with a partner, take it up with them. We may help you find a contact, but we cannot solve your problem.
Affiliate and Ad Disclosure
Some links on this site may be affiliate links. This means we may earn a small fee if you sign up for a partner service. This fee does not change the price you pay. It also does not change your search results. We list affiliate links clearly. We never let a partner pay for a higher spot in our results. Our editorial picks stay separate from any paid deal.
Intellectual Property and Content Use
All text, logos, images, and code on this site belong to us or our licensors. You may not copy, share, change, or sell our content without written permission. You may view and print one copy of any page for personal use. You may share a link to a page on social media. You may quote a short section in a review or news story, as long as you credit our site. Any other use needs our written okay first.
Trademark and Brand Use
Our name, logo, and taglines are our brand assets. You may not use them in ads or marketing without a license. You may not use them in a way that makes people think we support your product. You may not register a domain name that includes our brand. If you want to use our brand, contact us. We will tell you yes or no in writing.
User-Generated Content
If you post comments, reviews, or feedback on this site, you give us a free, worldwide license to use that content. You confirm you own the content or have the right to share it. You confirm it does not break any law. You confirm it does not harm another person. We can edit, remove, or publish your content at any time. We do not pay for user content.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent allowed by law, we are not liable for any harm that comes from your use of this site. This includes direct harm, indirect harm, and lost profits. It includes data loss, business loss, and goodwill loss. It includes harm from errors, omissions, downtime, and viruses. It also includes harm from any third-party site we link to. Your only fix is to stop using the site.
Maximum Liability Cap
If a court rules we must pay you, our total payment is capped. The cap is the smaller of two numbers. It is the fee you paid us in the last 12 months. It is also $100 USD. We do not pay for any harm that is not direct. We do not pay for emotional distress. We do not pay for lost business. This cap is part of the deal you make with us by using the site.
No Liability for Third Parties
We are not liable for the acts of any third party. This includes our partners, our hosting provider, and our payment processor. It also includes any search result that points to a third-party database. If a third party harms you, take it up with them. We may help you find a contact, but we cannot force them to act. You release us from any claim that comes from a third party.
Indemnification Clause Explained
If a third party sues us because of something you did on this site, you agree to cover our costs. This includes lawyer fees, court costs, and any settlement or judgment. This rule applies if you break these terms. It also applies if you misuse the site or the data. It also applies if you share data in a way that harms another person. We will tell you about any claim as soon as we can.
What You Must Cover
You must cover our defense costs. You must cover any settlement we agree to. You must cover any judgment a court hands down. You must also cover the cost of our staff time. We pick our own lawyer, unless you agree otherwise. You cannot settle a claim without our written okay. If you settle without our okay, you still owe us for the full claim.
When This Rule Does Not Apply
This rule does not apply if the harm came from our own gross negligence. It does not apply if the harm came from our willful misconduct. In those rare cases, the law decides who pays. You do not cover our costs for harm we caused on our own. The court will sort out the share each side must pay.
Changes to These Terms
We may change these terms at any time. We will post the new version on this page. The new version goes into effect the moment we post it. We may also post a short note on the home page. We do not send a personal email for every change. You must check this page from time to time. Your continued use of the site means you accept the new version. If you do not accept the new version, stop using the site.
How We Notify You of Changes
We will post a notice on the home page when we make a big change. A big change is one that affects your rights or duties. A small change is one that fixes a typo or clarifies an old rule. We may also send an email to active account holders. The email goes to the address on file. Make sure your email is current. We are not liable if you miss an email.
Right to Reject Changes
You have the right to reject any new version. To reject, stop using the site and close your account. If you keep using the site after a change, we treat that as your okay. The new version then applies to every past and future visit. We do not offer refunds or transfers if you reject a change. You lose access the moment the new version goes live.
Account Suspension and Termination
We can suspend or close your account at any time. We can do this for any reason, with or without notice. We often act when a user breaks these terms. We also act when a user poses a security risk. We also act when a user costs us money. We also act when a court orders us to act. You do not have a right to keep your account open. Account access is a privilege, not a right.
Reasons We May Ban You
We may ban you if you break any term on this page. We may ban you if you break any law while using the site. We may ban you if you harass our staff or other users. We may ban you if you scrape, crawl, or overload our pages. We may ban you if you try to get around a previous ban. We may ban you if a partner asks us to remove you.
What Happens After a Ban
After a ban, you lose access right away. You cannot open a new account. You cannot use another person’s account. You must delete any data you saved from the site. We may keep some logs to stop abuse. We may also share the ban with our partners. A ban does not end your duty to follow these terms for past actions. We can still sue you for harm done before the ban.
Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These terms follow the laws of the State of Florida. This is true no matter where you live or where you visit the site from. Any dispute must go to a court in Florida. Both sides agree to that court. Both sides also give up the right to a jury trial. Both sides give up the right to join a class action. If a court finds part of these terms invalid, the rest still apply.
Class Action Waiver
You agree to bring any claim on your own. You cannot join a group or class. You cannot act on behalf of other users. This rule applies even if many users have the same claim. It also applies to claims against our partners. The only time this rule does not apply is when a court says it cannot enforce it. In that case, the class action part splits from the rest of the case.
Time Limit to File a Claim
You have one year to file any claim against us. The clock starts the day the harm happens. If you wait longer, you lose the right to sue. This time limit is shorter than many state laws allow. You give up any longer limit by using this site. This rule does not apply to claims we file against you. We follow the standard statute of limitations for our own claims.
Contact and Support Information
If you have a question about these terms, contact our support team. We answer most emails within two business days. We do not answer questions about a specific police report. We do not give legal advice. We do not run a private investigation service. For those services, contact a licensed professional in your state. Use the contact form on our site for the fastest reply.
Email: support@floridapublicrecords.org
Phone: 1-800-555-0199
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time
Mailing Address: 123 Public Records Way, Suite 400, Tallahassee, FL 32301
Official Police Records Resources
For official police records, contact the agency that wrote the report. Each state runs its own records portal. The FBI also runs a national database called the National Crime Information Center. State courts run their own case search tools. Many counties post daily blotter reports online. Use the links below to find the right official source for your search.
Florida Department of Law Enforcement: www.fdle.state.fl.us
FBI Records: www.fbi.gov
National Crime Information Center: www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/ncic
Florida Court Records: www.flcourts.org
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions cover the most common points users ask about our terms. Each answer is short, direct, and based on the rules above. If your question is not here, contact our support team. We add new questions to this list every month. The newest questions sit at the top of the list.
Can I use this site for tenant screening?
No. You cannot use this site or any data from it to screen tenants. Tenant screening falls under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The law says only a licensed consumer reporting agency can run a tenant background check. We are not a consumer reporting agency. We do not offer that service. If you try to use our data for tenant screening, you break our terms and you may break the law. For tenant screening, hire a licensed provider. That provider will give you an FCRA-compliant report. You will also get a clear paper trail if the applicant disputes the report. We can help you find public police records. We cannot help you make a housing decision.
Are the police records on this site always accurate?
No. Public police records often contain errors. Names get misspelled. Dates get typed wrong. Case numbers get mixed up. We pull data from public sources. We do not edit the records themselves. We do not check every report by hand. You must verify any record with the source agency before you act on it. If you see a mistake in a report, contact the agency that wrote it. They are the only ones who can fix the record. We can point you to the right agency. We cannot change the report for you.
Do I need an account to search police reports online?
No. Most of our search tools work without an account. You can run a police records search by name. You can pull a police case number lookup. You can browse public police records without signing up. An account is only needed for saved searches, alerts, and bulk downloads. If you do not need those features, stay a guest. You do not have to share your email to run a basic search.
How long does it take to get a copy of a police report?
It depends on the agency. Some agencies post reports within 24 hours. Others take 5 to 10 business days. Older reports can take weeks. If you need a certified copy, you must request it from the agency directly. We can help you find the right form. We cannot speed up the agency’s process. Plan ahead if you have a deadline. Many agencies charge a small fee for a certified copy.
Can I remove my name from police records on this site?
You can ask the source agency to seal or expunge a record. That is the only way to remove a record from public view. We do not control the source data. We only pull from public sources. If a court seals a record, we drop it from our search on the next update. We do not remove a record just because you ask. We follow the law. We do not pick sides in a legal case.
What happens if I break these terms?
We can warn you, suspend you, or ban you. We pick the action that fits the harm. A small slip may get a warning. A serious break may get a permanent ban with no warning. We can also report the harm to law enforcement. We can also sue you for any loss we suffer. Your only fix is to stop the bad action and accept the result. We do not offer appeals for bans tied to serious abuse.
Is my search history stored on this site?
Yes. We log your IP address, browser type, and search terms. We keep the logs for a short time. We use them to run the site, fix bugs, and stop abuse. We do not sell the logs. We do not share them with advertisers. We may share them with law enforcement if a court orders us to do so. You can browse in private mode if you do not want your device to save the history. That does not stop our server logs.