Search Fairbanks Criminal Records

Fairbanks criminal history records are available through the Fairbanks Police Department, the Alaska State Troopers, the Alaska Court System, and the Alaska Department of Public Safety. Fairbanks is Alaska's second-largest city, with around 32,000 residents. The city recorded 2,208 crimes and 1,127 arrests in 2022. This page covers how Fairbanks residents can look up criminal records, request police reports, search court cases, and get background checks through state and local sources.

Fairbanks Police Department Records

The Fairbanks Police Department handles criminal history records and police report requests for incidents within city limits. Their public records portal lets you submit requests online. When filling out a request, select "Police Department (Report Requests)" from the category menu. You will need to include the case number if you have one, or the date, time, and location of the incident. You also need to state your involvement in the case and the type of report you are requesting. The Records Division email is police_records@fairbanks.us. Office hours are 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday.

The FPD also publishes a Wanted List on its website. This list shows people with active warrants, including names, charges, and warrant types. It is updated regularly. If you know someone on the list, you can contact FPD through the non-emergency line.

The FPD Citizen's Report Form is available for certain minor incidents. Residents can use it to report theft, criminal mischief (vandalism), or lost property when a patrol response is not needed. The form asks for personal information, a description of the incident, and a description of any property involved. Completed forms go to the Records Division. The form is labeled confidential and is for official use only.

The screenshot below shows the CourtView public case search portal, the primary online tool for finding Fairbanks criminal court records.

CourtView shows case numbers, party names, charges, filing dates, and dispositions for Fairbanks criminal cases going back to the early 1990s.

Alaska State Troopers Fairbanks

The Alaska State Troopers Fairbanks Post covers areas outside the Fairbanks city limits, including unincorporated parts of the Fairbanks North Star Borough. If an incident happened outside city boundaries, records will be held by the Troopers rather than FPD. The Fairbanks post is located at 1979 Peger Road, Fairbanks, AK 99709, phone (907) 451-5100.

Trooper records requests go through the Alaska DPS Criminal Records and Identification Bureau or directly through the post. For criminal history background checks, the DPS system handles all official requests regardless of whether the case was investigated by city police or Troopers.

The image below shows the DPS background check and criminal history resources page used by Fairbanks residents seeking statewide records.

The DPS office in Anchorage at 5700 East Tudor Road is the statewide walk-in location for Fairbanks residents who cannot access local Trooper services for background checks.

Fairbanks Court Records

The Alaska Court System Fairbanks courthouse is at 101 Lacey Street, Fairbanks, AK 99701, phone (907) 452-9289. Records requests can be emailed to 4FA.Request@akcourts.us. The clerk's office handles requests for case documents, certified copies, and docket information. CourtView at courts.alaska.gov provides free online search of Fairbanks criminal and civil cases. Search by party name or case number.

Fairbanks crime statistics for 2022 show 10 murders, 38 rapes, 32 robberies, 712 assaults, 134 burglaries, and 168 vehicle thefts. These numbers give context to the volume of cases that move through the Fairbanks court system each year. Court records for these cases become publicly available through CourtView once proceedings reach a certain stage.

Note that some cases do not appear on CourtView, and records from acquitted or dismissed cases may be removed 60 days after the ruling, as required by state law under AS 12.62.160.

Criminal History Background Checks

Fairbanks residents can get formal criminal history background checks through the Alaska DPS. A name-based check costs $20. A fingerprint-based check costs $35. Fingerprint checks are more accurate because they catch records filed under aliases. Both types of checks cover Alaska criminal justice information only.

The DPS online portal lets you start a name-based check by entering your email. A secure link is sent within 24 hours. The form asks for your Social Security number and Alaska driver's license or state ID. Results are mailed, not emailed, for security reasons. Processing takes 5 to 7 business days online or up to 10 business days by mail. Walk-in service with same-day results is available at the Anchorage DPS office. In-person requires two forms of photo ID, one government-issued and one with your full legal name.

Sex Offender Registry

The Alaska Sex Offender Registry includes all registered offenders in Fairbanks. Search by name, address, zip code, or city. Each entry shows the offender's photo, physical description, and conviction details. The registry is free to use and updated daily. Under AS 18.65.087, DPS is required to maintain this public registry. Failure to register is a felony in Alaska. Fairbanks residents can sign up for email alerts when a registered offender moves near a specific location.

Fairbanks Correctional Facility

The Fairbanks Correctional Center at 1931 Eagan Avenue, Fairbanks, AK 99701, phone (907) 458-6700, is the primary detention facility for the area. It holds pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates from Fairbanks and the surrounding Fairbanks North Star Borough. The Alaska DOC inmate search shows current inmates across all state facilities, including Fairbanks. Use this tool to confirm whether someone is currently in state custody.

Alaska Public Records Act in Fairbanks

Under the Alaska Public Records Act at AS 40.25.100, Fairbanks residents have the right to request records from local government agencies. The FPD and other city offices must respond within 10 working days. You do not need a specific form. Submit your request in writing by mail, email, or in person. Standard copy fees are $0.25 to $0.50 per page. If a request is denied, you have 60 working days to appeal to the agency head. Open investigation records, juvenile records, and certain personal data are exempt from public release under AS 40.25.120.

Nearby Cities

These communities near Fairbanks are in the same borough and use related law enforcement and court resources.

Fairbanks North Star Borough

Fairbanks is the seat of the Fairbanks North Star Borough. Criminal cases and court records for the city and surrounding area are filed through the borough court system.