Question 1

What are your Fingerprinting hours?

Accepted Answer

Mondays 4-8 p.m.; Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; and Saturdays 1-4 p.m.
By appointment only. For more information, visit our Fingerprinting page.

Question 2

How do I make a fingerprint appointment if I can't access the online appointment system?

Accepted Answer

You can call 301-600-4058 during the following hours:

Monday - 4 - 8 p.m.

Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday - 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturday - 1 - 4 p.m.

Question 3

Who do I contact about  civil paperwork? (i.e. custody, civil subpoenas, divorce)

Accepted Answer

The Sheriff's Office Judicial Services, on the 2nd floor of the Frederick County Courthouse. You can call them at 301-600-2152.

Question 4

Who can I contact to get help for my out of control child/teen?

Accepted Answer

Call the Frederick County Emergency Dispatch non-emergency line at 301-600-2071.

Question 5

How can I get a copy of an incident/crash report?

Accepted Answer

For an incident report, call the Frederick County Sheriff's Office report request line at 301-600-3929.

For a crash report, visit www.crashdocs.org.

Question 6

How can I get my towed vehicle back?

Accepted Answer

If you are the registered owner, you must visit the Frederick County Sheriff's Office at 110 Airport Drive East in Frederick and show valid state ID to get a vehicle release form.

If you are not the registered owner, you must provide a notarized letter from the registered owner stating you, the individual, are allowed to pick up the release form. You must provide proper valid state ID.

Call 301-600-1046 for more information.

Question 7

I lost my Frederick County Sheriff's Office issued traffic citation/safety exchange order, how can I get a new copy?

Accepted Answer

Call the Frederick County Sheriff's Office Records Request line at 301-600-3929.

Question 8

When is my court date?

Accepted Answer

Visit the Maryland Judiciary Case Search website or contact the Frederick County Courthouse at 301-600-2924.

Question 9

Do I have a warrant/paperwork to be served on me?

Accepted Answer

Warrants are NOT public information unless they are more than 90 days old. We can only confirm if you do or do not have a warrant, we cannot release any other information. Call the Frederick County Sheriff's Office at 301-600-1046 for assistance.

Question 10

Do you have a non-emergency dispatch number?

Accepted Answer

Yes, call 301-600-2071.

Question 11

Can I report tips anonymously?

Accepted Answer

Yes, call our anonymous Tips line at any time at 301-600-4131.
 
Our Narcotics Investigations Section also has several tip lines. To leave a tip without remaining anonymous, call 301-600-7180. To remain anonymous, call 301-600-4131. You may also email tips to narcoticstaskforce@frederickcountyMD.gov.

Question 12

How long does it take to get an incident/accident report?

Accepted Answer

A report can take up to 7-10 business days before it is ready to be released. If the incident is going to lead to a further investigation, the report will not be ready until the investigation is completed.

Question 13

Do you provide juvenile information in reports?

Accepted Answer

Due to the laws regarding juveniles, all information concerning them is redacted from reports.

Question 14

How do I request a copy of a report that I am not a part of?

Accepted Answer

If you are looking for reports and/or information that you were not directly involved with, you will need to file a request citing the Maryland Public Information Act. Visit the Public Information Requests page for more info. The Frederick County Sheriff's Office has 30 days to comply with this request.

Question 15

Where can I find the Maryland Public Information Act Request Form?

Accepted Answer

Please visit the Public Information Requests page, under the "Contact Us" tab.

Question 16

How can I get a local criminal clearance letter? (i.e. adoption, immigration, work out of the country, real estate license)?

Accepted Answer

Contact Karen Gaither, Frederick County Sheriff's Office Records Supervisor, at 301-600-1728 to schedule an appointment. 
 
You must appear in person with a driver’s license or valid identification with your current address.

Your address needs to be within the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office jurisdiction. If you live within Frederick City limits you need to contact the Frederick City Police at 301-600-2101.

We do not do letters for individuals from other counties.

Question 17

How do I start the expungement process?

Accepted Answer

You will first need to go to the District or Circuit Court depending on which court handled your case. Contact 301-600-2924 for more information.

Question 18

I have an open warrant. How do I turn myself in?

Accepted Answer

Call 301-600-1046 for specific instructions.

Question 19

I had a positive/negative experience with a member of the Frederick County Sheriff's Office. Where can I report this?

Accepted Answer

Reports may be filed with our Office of Policy and Compliance. Please visit our Compliments and Complaints page under the "Contact Us" tab.

Question 20

How can I participate in a ride-along?

Accepted Answer

Please email Cpl. Bird (SBird@FrederickCountymd.gov) for more information.

Question 21

How do I find out more information about the FCSO body-worn cameras program?

Accepted Answer

Contact the FCSO body-worn camera program manager, Lt. Richard Balsley at 301-600-7122.

FREDERICK COUNTY
SHERIFF'S OFFICE

MARYLAND

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions.

FREDERICK COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

MARYLAND

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions.

FREDERICK COUNTY
SHERIFF'S OFFICE