Records Request
Crash Reports, Incident Reports and other Records can be obtained from the Sheriff’s Office Records section.
When requesting reports or records, be as specific as possible, include the case # if available, names, dates, times, locations, etc.
Records requests are not accepted over the telephone or by email.
Requests may be made in person at the records window, by U.S. Mail or by FAX. The FAX number is (608)284-6156. The Records public reception desk is located on the second floor of the Public Safety Building in the main Sheriff's Office Lobby.
Record Copy Fees
| Record | Fee |
| Photocopies / Printouts or Accident Reports |
$.25 per single-sided page $.40 for double-sided page |
| Microfilm copies | $.50 per page |
| Background checks | $2.00 plus photocopy fees |
| Mug Shot Photos | $2.00 each |
| 5 x 7 Photos | $3.00 each |
| 8 x 10 Photos | $5.00 each |
| Digital Photos (1-4 per 8x10 sheet) |
$5.00 per sheet |
| Video Recording | $15.00 each |
| Audio Recording | $15.00 each |
Our mailing address is:
Dane County Sheriff's Office
Attn: Sheriff's Records Staff
115 W. Doty Street, Madison WI 53703
Phone: (608) 284-6827
Fax: (608) 284-6156
The Records section can be contacted during business hours at (608) 284-6827 if you have questions prior to submitting your request.