Accident Reports or Incident Reports

• How can I get a copy of an Accident Report or Incident Report?

Background Checks on Individuals

• How can I get a background check on someone?

Boat and Water Safety

• When do I need a Water Event Permit, how do I apply for one, and how much does it cost?
• Do I need a permit for a buoy or swim raft?  If so, how much does a permit cost?
• Why do I need to contact the Sheriff’s Office when I have a water-related accident?
• What lifejackets do I have to have on my boat?
• I live on the lake and would like to mark off a swimming area.  What can I do?
• How do I find out more about taking the Minnesota official boating safety course?

Fingerprinting Services

• How can I get my fingerprints taken?

Firearms Permits

• How do I obtain a firearms permit to carry a handgun?
• How do I obtain a firearms permit to purchase a handgun?

Offender (Inmate) Information

• How can I find out if someone is currently in prison in the State of Minnesota?

• How can I find out if someone is currently in a federal prison?

• Are there other places I can search for inmate information?

• How can I access the MN Statewide Victim Notification Service (VINE)?

• What does the VINE Service do?