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Dickinson County Arrest Records

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Dickinson County, KS Arrest Records

What are Dickinson County Arrest Statistics?

Dickinson County had 436 arrests for the last 3 years, in 2017 the arrest rate was 813.05 per 100.000 population which is by 10.02% higher than the National average of 739.02 per 100.000 inhabitants. Among the 2017 arrests 16 were made for violent crime charges. Compared to neighboring county Butler and county Doniphan it’s a more dangerous place to live in.

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  • 436Arrests in the county for the last 3 years
  • 813.05Arrest rate in 2017 per 100.000 population
  • 16Violent crime arrests

Dickinson County Recent Arrest Trends

Currently, the most popular arrest in Dickinson is larceny/theft - 84 arrests followed by burglary - 39 and motor vehicle theft - 16 arrests.

  • 84Larceny/Theft
  • 39Burglary
  • 16Motor Vehicle Theft

Violent Crime Arrests vs. Non-Violent

Violent crime in Dickinson County is considered rape and sexual assault, robbery, and assault. For the recent years the violent crime rate has decreased but not the non-violent crime rate. Compared to the national average of - 100.65 per 100.000 people the overall violent crime rate for the county is by 16.61% lower.

Dickinson County Crime Rate from 2002-2017

Dickinson County Arrest and Criminal Records by Age

Most of the county arrests fall into 31-40 age group whereas the least arrests are seen between people who are 61-70 years old.

Dickinson County Crime Rate by Age Groups

Dickinson County Police Records

Police records exist in different types of law enforcement agencies and in many forms. In most cases, Dickinson county police reports may be found from the local county Sheriff’s Office. You can appear in person and request copies as county police records are available to the general public per the state laws and the Freedom of Information Act. These records may include Dickinson county police reports, Dickinson county bookings and even mugshots. These records are related to when someone is arrested, booked, and jailed. First, they are questioned, and basic information is taken while officers fills out the report. Then they takes mugshots of the suspect, and they are put in a jail cell until they can make bail the fees. Some counties may charge a fee for a copy of police records. You may have to visit in person and may need to have the following information for them to find your file:

  • Date and time of the occurrence
  • The location of the incident
  • Name(s) of those involved
  • Officer’s name and rank
  • Case number

This will help the officer find the documents you need.

Dickinson county police records can provide a lot of information about a suspect. A good example of police record might be a traffic accident report. Some records are available to the public after a waiting period, such as 60-days.

Sometimes you can order copies of Dickinson county police records by mail. Contact your local county Sheriff’s Office to inquire about forms and the fees.

Dickinson County Mugshots

Dickinson County mugshots have been used since the 1800s, shortly after the invention of photography. Then in 1888, a French police officer Alphonse Bertillon standardized the process and made it the norm. Groups of these mugshots are kept in a “mug book” to help witnesses and victims identify criminals.

Dickinson county mugshots are the photographs taken of suspects upon arrest. Local police, Sheriff’s Offices, and other law enforcement agencies take them. Typically , the subject is photographed from the front (full-face view) and then the side (profile view). These Dickinson county mugshots are filed with the person’s criminal record and police reports. They are used by victims, witnesses, and investigators to identify criminals guys.

Additionally , when a judge issues an Dickinson county arrest warrant for other purposes , and the person does not show up in court, these mugshots are used to help find the suspect.

Mugshots are readily available online as they are public records. Information brokers portals offer mugshots with other types of public records such as criminal records, arrest records and other court cases.

Felonies, Misdemeanors, and Sex Offenders

Police and arrest records will also contain on felonies, misdemeanors, and sex offenders. Since everything is computerized available and connected, any past incidents will show up as well.

Dickinson County Sheriff’s Office

It is situated in Dickinson county, Kansas with a total number of 32 employees - 0 female, 18 male officers and 14 civilians. Dickinson County SO ORI (Originated Agency Identifier) number is KS0210000, it belongs to the West North Central division in the Midwest region with a region code of Region II.

  • Agency Name: Dickinson County Sheriff's Office
  • State: Kansas
  • City: Abilene
  • Type: County
  • Address: 109 East First St.
  • Phone Number: (785) 263 - 4081
  • Fax: (785) 263 -1512
  • Email: ghoffman@dkcoks.org
  • Website: http://www.dkcoks.org/66/Sheriffs-Department

Police Departments in Dickinson County

DepartmentAddressPhone
Abilene Police Department419 N. Broadway St785-263-1213
Chapman Police Department446 N Marshall St(785) 922-6463
Herington Police Department700 S Broadway St785-258-2226

Dickinson County, KS Jail and Inmate Records

DICKINSON County has 26 jails with an average daily population of 746 inmates with a total of 26 jail population. When breaking down the DICKINSON County jail population by gender, females are a minority compared to male prisoners and make 12% with 3 female and 10 male inmates.

  • 26Jails
  • 26Prisoners
  • 216 %Jail Rate

How Does Dickinson County Inmate Search Work?

Dickinson County inmate records are public records that anyone can review easily. The Freedom of Information Act governs the availability of regarding Dickinson county inmate records which provide a lot of useful information about a person.

Dickinson County Booking

Dickinson county bookings are also helpful when looking for information on whether or not someone has been arrested. When a suspect is arrested, the officer fills out forms and then holds them in a jail , which essentially becomes their Dickinson county booking record. It may also include things like fingerprints, mugshots , physical details, their name, and address, arresting officer , the details of the crime, the location, and any vehicles that were involved. The general public has the right to review a copy of someone’s Dickinson county booking records without any type of permission .

Dickinson County Jail

  • Agency Name: Dickinson County KS Jail
  • State: KS
  • City: Abilene
  • Type: County
  • Address: 109 East First Street, 2nd Floor
  • Phone Number: 785-263-4734
  • Fax: 785-263-1512
  • Email: ghoffman@dkcoks.org
  • Website: http://www.dkcoks.org/66/Sheriffs-Department
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