Juneau Police Blotter and Incident Records

Juneau City and Borough police blotter records come from the Juneau Police Department, which handles both municipal and borough-level law enforcement under a unified city-borough government structure. The JPD Records Division processes requests for incident reports, arrest records, and other police documentation. This page explains how to search and request those records, find related court case filings through Alaska CourtView, look up inmate data from Lemon Creek Correctional Center, and use statewide tools like the Alaska DPS Daily Dispatch for trooper activity throughout Southeast Alaska.

Juneau Police Blotter Records Request

The Juneau Police Department Records Division is located at 6255 Alaway Avenue, Juneau, AK 99801. The main line is 907-586-0600, and the fax is 907-463-4808. Written requests for police blotter reports, incident records, and arrest documentation should include the case number or the name of the person involved along with the date of the incident. Identification may be required. Fees apply for copies as permitted under Alaska statute. The department made 1,465 arrests in 2022 and operates 24/7 with dispatch services for both emergency and non-emergency calls.

Juneau operates as a unified city-borough government, which means JPD handles all municipal and borough law enforcement duties rather than having separate city and county agencies. This simplifies the process somewhat. You go to one department for any police blotter record within the Juneau area, rather than having to sort between a city department and a separate sheriff's office. However, for incidents handled by Alaska State Troopers, those records go through DPS.

The image below links to JPD's official records page, which describes the request process and lists what information you need to include when you submit.

The Records Division reviews requests for completeness before processing, so including as much identifying information as possible helps avoid delays.

Juneau City and Borough Public Records

Beyond police department records, the Juneau City and Borough Clerk's Office manages public records requests for other municipal government functions. The Clerk's Office is at City Hall, 155 S. Seward Street, Juneau, AK 99801. It maintains meeting minutes, ordinances, resolutions, building permits, and inspection reports. Requests can be submitted online, by mail, or in person. The office coordinates with JPD when law enforcement records are tied to broader municipal matters, but for police-specific reports, the direct route is always the JPD Records Division.

The Clerk also maintains the municipal code and historical records of city government. Records retention schedules follow standards set by the Alaska State Archives, which are located in Juneau at 395 Whittier Street. The Archives preserve historical government records including older law enforcement files, territorial court records, and pre-electronic documentation. Researchers looking for records that predate CourtView or current department systems should contact the Archives directly.

Note: Certified copies of official municipal documents for legal purposes can be obtained from the Clerk's Office at City Hall during regular business hours.

Court Records Tied to Juneau Blotter Cases

Criminal cases that begin as police blotter entries often result in court filings. The Juneau District Court and Superior Court are both at the Hurff Ackerman Saunders Courthouse, 123 4th Street, Juneau, AK 99801, phone 907-463-4700. The District Court handles misdemeanor cases, traffic violations, and small claims. The Superior Court handles felony trials, civil cases, and family law matters. Both courts serve Southeast Alaska for certain case types, so cases from smaller communities in the region may also appear in the Juneau court records system.

The Alaska CourtView system lets you search by name, case number, or citation for cases from both courts. Results include charging documents, hearing schedules, motions, and final dispositions. For certified copies or specific documents, use the standard TF-311 records request form and submit it to the Juneau courthouse by email, fax, or mail. Audio recordings of proceedings can also be requested from the clerk's office. Transcripts require a private court reporter and are not provided directly by the courts.

Records from before 1990 are generally not in CourtView. The Alaska Court System clerk can assist with finding older cases, and the Alaska State Archives may hold historical court files transferred from active agencies.

Lemon Creek Correctional Center and Inmate Lookup

The Lemon Creek Correctional Center at 1000 Glacier Highway, Juneau, AK 99801 (phone 907-465-8633) is the primary detention facility for Southeast Alaska. It is operated by the Alaska Department of Corrections and serves communities from Juneau to Ketchikan and across the region. The facility works with JPD, Alaska State Troopers, and other Southeast Alaska agencies. As of March 31, 2023, the facility housed 18 inmates, reflecting its role as a regional hub rather than a high-population urban jail.

Booking records at Lemon Creek include intake photographs, fingerprints, property inventory, and charge information. Release dates are calculated based on sentencing, good time credits, and parole status. You can look up current and historical inmate records through the Alaska DOC Offender Locator, which is available 24/7 and shows current facility, charges, and release information. For detailed records beyond what the online system shows, contact the DOC Records Office directly. Victims can use the VINE service to get automated notifications when an offender's custody status changes.

For inmates serving longer sentences, Lemon Creek coordinates transfers to other DOC facilities across Alaska based on classification and program needs.

Alaska State Troopers and ABI in Juneau

Alaska State Troopers Detachment A (South) covers Southeast Alaska, with a post in Juneau and headquarters in Ketchikan. Troopers handle law enforcement in unincorporated areas of the borough and provide backup and specialized services to JPD. Their activity throughout Southeast Alaska is published on the Alaska DPS Daily Dispatch, the official statewide police blotter. Each entry includes incident number, location, incident type, and a narrative summary. Search by date range or incident number to review specific events.

The Alaska Bureau of Investigation has a post in Juneau for major felony cases including homicides, drug trafficking, cybercrime, and public corruption. ABI coordinates with federal agencies such as the FBI, DEA, and Homeland Security Investigations on multi-jurisdictional matters. Records from ABI investigations are requested through the DPS JustFOIA portal, which also handles all other Alaska State Trooper records requests. The portal lets you submit new requests, track existing ones, and search the public records archive.

The Alaska Active Warrants database covers the entire state, including Juneau, and is searchable by name. Results show warrant type, issuing court, charges, and bail amounts where available.

Alaska Public Records Law in Juneau

Public access to Juneau police blotter records is governed by the Alaska Public Records Act (AS 40.25.100 through AS 40.25.295). All government agencies in Juneau, including JPD, the City Clerk, and the courts, must follow APRA. The law presumes all records are public unless a specific exemption applies. Agencies must respond to requests within 10 working days under AS 40.25.120. The first five person-hours of search time per month per requester are free. After that, agencies may charge at actual salary and benefit costs.

Law enforcement records exemptions are listed in AS 40.25.120. Records that could interfere with active enforcement proceedings, deprive a person of a fair trial, identify confidential sources, or reveal investigative techniques may be withheld. Juvenile records, sealed cases, and victim protection records under AS 12.61.140 are also restricted. If a request is denied, the requester can appeal in writing. The appeal process is outlined in 2 AAC 96.100 through 2 AAC 96.900.

Juneau, as the state capital, also has access to legislative and executive branch records that can provide context for law enforcement policy and statistical reporting that other boroughs lack.

Criminal History and Sex Offender Registry in Juneau

The Alaska DPS Criminal History Report portal processes name-based records requests under AS 12.62. Reports cost $20 for the first copy and $5 for each additional copy. Online requests require a Social Security number and a state driver's license or DMV-issued ID. If those are not available, in-person or mail-in requests can be made at approved locations with two forms of photo ID. Fingerprint-based checks cost $48.25 and cover both state records and national FBI data.

The Alaska Sex Offender Registry, maintained under AS 12.63, is searchable by name, city, or zip code. Results for Juneau include full name, aliases, date of birth, photo, physical description, addresses, employer information, and conviction details. Sign up for email alerts to receive notification when an offender registers near a specific location. The registry is updated regularly as offenders report their required periodic verifications.

Cities in Juneau City and Borough

The following community within the Juneau City and Borough has a dedicated police blotter records page.

Nearby Boroughs

Boroughs surrounding Juneau in Southeast Alaska also have public blotter and law enforcement records available.