Frequently Asked Questions

A FOIL (Freedom of Information Law) request is required for the release of arrest records. The fee is $0.25 per page for documents and any photos are $5 each. The arrest record will only include arrests made by the Madison County Sheriff's Office. Please click here to submit a FOIL request.

Civilian fingerprinting is done through the Pistol Permit Office. Fingerprint cards must be furnished by the requesting person. There is a fee for them, as well. Please contact the Pistol Permit Office (315-366-2406) for more information.

Copies of incident reports may be obtained by contacting submitting a FOIL request. There is a fee of $0.25 per page and $5 per photograph. To obtain a copy of an accident report, go to BuyCrash.com. It should be noted that availability of an accident report takes approximately 7 to 10 days from the date of the accident.

Lost/Stolen Plate forms (MV-78B) may be obtained from the Records Office during regular business hours (8:30 a.m. until Noon, and 1 until 5 p.m.). A registration or license plate number must be provided. Please contact the non-emergency MCSO line at 315-366-2311 to report the incident to police.