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1. How do I get a copy of a police report?

Please call the Police Department at (248) 651-9621 and request a copy. It takes approximately three days to receive. There is a fee for this service.

2. Does the Police Department offer fingerprinting services for employment?

The Police Department does provide fingerprinting services. This service is limited to individuals requesting fingerprints for the following reasons:

• Adoption
• Consumer and industry services, Liquor license
• Conviction Set Aside Application - Adult
• Conviction Set Aside Application - Juvenile
• Fingerprint registration
• HUD public housing inhabitant
• Name change
• Personal record review
• Visa / Immigration Application

If you need to be fingerprinted for any of the processes listed above, come into the Rochester Police Department.

3. When should I call 9-1-1 instead of the Police Department's general number?

Examples of situations when 9-1-1 should not be called include:

• An auto accident where there are no injuries
• An alleged crime where the offender cannot be located
• A request for general information
• Medical situations that do not require an ambulance

However, if you are not sure which number to call, please call 9-1-1. It is better to be safe then sorry.