Police Reports and Records The Asheville Police Department’s Records Unit is dedicated to providing public access to Asheville Police Department records including incident and accident reports. File a police report If you have an emergency or a crime is in progress call 9-1-1. Find more information on reporting crimes. Online reporting allows residents to report non-emergency incidents at their convenience. Online reporting can be used for crimes that: are not currently in progress; occurred within the city limits of Asheville; and do not have an offender known to the reporting party. Depending on the nature of an incident, the related police incident report may require a response by a police officer or may be taken over the phone. APD Communications can direct you to the appropriate resource 24/7 on the non-emergency line at 828-252-1110. Victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse may also access law enforcement resources through the Buncombe County Family Justice Center. Please visit their website to see available services. Get a copy of a police report You may obtain a copy of a police report at no cost in one of three ways: Print or download a copy of a report at home using the Police-to-Citizen (P2C) tool Visit the Asheville Police Department’s Records Unit located in the lobby of Police Department Headquarters (also referred to as the Municipal Building): 100 Court Plaza Asheville, NC 28801 Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Send your request with a self-addressed stamped envelope to: Asheville Police Department Records Unit P.O. Box 7148 Asheville, NC 28802 Frequently asked questions How do I check on warrants? To check on warrants that were taken out against you, or warrants that you have taken out on another person, you must contact the Buncombe County Magistrate’s Office. The Buncombe County Magistrate’s Office is located at 20 Davidson Dr, Asheville NC 28801 Where do I get fingerprinted for employment or criminal history checks? How do I apply for a gun permit? Gun permits are handled by the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office. For additional information, you may visit their website or call 828-250-6670. How do I recover a vehicle towed by the police department? How do I report gasoline theft? Contact Information Asheville Police Department Records Unit Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday Phone: 828-259-5870 Records Unit Supervisor Direct Phone Line: 828-259-5890 Updated 11/29/2019 Related Services Crime prevention How to prevent crimes and protect your family and belongings. 11 Services Pet services Learn about what kinds of pets can be kept in Asheville, as well as processes for licenses and pet vaccination requirements. 7 Services Apply to be a law enforcement explorer Apply to get hands on experience from The Asheville Police Department Explorer Post (#57) This is designed for applicants age 14 to 20. Terrorism awareness information See Something, Say Something... Report tips and crime to your local law enforcement. City job opportunities – Police Department Learn about job opportunities with the Asheville Police Department, including the hiring process and eligibility requirements to become a police officer. Sign up for AVL Alert Keep updated through the City of Asheville on emergency and non-emergency subscriptions. Explore city data Public datasets and maps are available on the open data portal at data.ashevillenc.gov. Sign up for the Citizen’s Police Academy Apply for the Citizens Police Academy to learn about the police department and law enforcement. Make a home inventory Learn how having a home inventory is essential to insurance claims or property recovery efforts in case of a disaster, fire, or a burglary. Report a crime How to report a crime, including how to remain anonymous and be eligible in some cases for a cash reward. Dispose of prescription medication Safely discard prescription medication by dropping it off at the Asheville Police Department drop-off box. Retrieve property from police How to retrieve found property that is in possession of the police. 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Apply to be a law enforcement explorer Apply to get hands on experience from The Asheville Police Department Explorer Post (#57) This is designed for applicants age 14 to 20.
Terrorism awareness information See Something, Say Something... Report tips and crime to your local law enforcement.
City job opportunities – Police Department Learn about job opportunities with the Asheville Police Department, including the hiring process and eligibility requirements to become a police officer.
Sign up for AVL Alert Keep updated through the City of Asheville on emergency and non-emergency subscriptions.
Explore city data Public datasets and maps are available on the open data portal at data.ashevillenc.gov.
Sign up for the Citizen’s Police Academy Apply for the Citizens Police Academy to learn about the police department and law enforcement.
Make a home inventory Learn how having a home inventory is essential to insurance claims or property recovery efforts in case of a disaster, fire, or a burglary.
Report a crime How to report a crime, including how to remain anonymous and be eligible in some cases for a cash reward.
Dispose of prescription medication Safely discard prescription medication by dropping it off at the Asheville Police Department drop-off box.
Reimagining public safety survey link now live Posted on September 4, 2020September 14, 2020 by Ashley Traynum-Carson Following a clear call from our community, City Council voted to remove or repurpose the Vance Monument, passed a resolution supporting community reparations, and passed a budget that only funded departments for three months so that City staff could [...]
Statewide “Booze it and Lose it” campaign in effect through and after Labor Day Posted on September 3, 2020 by Ashley Traynum-Carson The Labor Day holiday is one of the most dangerous times for travel behind New Year’s Eve, Christmas and St. Patrick’s Day. In an effort to keep impaired drivers off the road, law enforcement across the state will have an increased presence this week and over the Labor Day holiday weekend as part of the “Booze [...]
Asheville residents invited to reimagining public safety listening sessions this week Posted on August 28, 2020September 14, 2020 by Polly McDaniel Updated information: The City of Asheville has now opened a survey to gather input from residents on how our public safety services can better promote racial equity and economic inclusion. Original announcement: In September, the City of Asheville will launch an extensive series of listening sessions with the community to help us reimagine the [...]