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Androscoggin County Arrest Records

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Androscoggin County, ME Arrest Records

What are Androscoggin County Arrest Statistics?

Androscoggin County had 435 arrests for the last 3 years, in 2017 the arrest rate was 136.98 per 100.000 population which is by 81.47% lower than the National average of 739.02 per 100.000 inhabitants. Among the 2017 arrests 12 were made for violent crime charges. Compared to neighboring county Cumberland and county Penobscot it’s a safer place to live in.

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  • 435Arrests in the county for the last 3 years
  • 136.98Arrest rate in 2017 per 100.000 population
  • 12Violent crime arrests

Androscoggin County Recent Arrest Trends

Currently, the most popular arrest in Androscoggin is larceny/theft - 95 arrests followed by burglary - 32 and rape - 8 arrests.

  • 95Larceny/Theft
  • 32Burglary
  • 8Rape

Violent Crime Arrests vs. Non-Violent

Violent crime in Androscoggin 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 88.89% lower.

Androscoggin County Crime Rate from 2004-2017

Androscoggin County Police Records

Police records exist in different types of law enforcement agencies and in many forms. In most cases, Androscoggin 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 Androscoggin county police reports, Androscoggin 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.

Androscoggin 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 Androscoggin county police records by mail. Contact your local county Sheriff’s Office to inquire about forms and the fees.

Androscoggin County Mugshots

Androscoggin 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.

Androscoggin 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 Androscoggin 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 Androscoggin 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.

Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office

It is situated in Androscoggin county, Maine with a total number of 33 employees - 0 female, 19 male officers and 14 civilians. Androscoggin County SO ORI (Originated Agency Identifier) number is ME0010000, it belongs to the New England division in the Northeast region with a region code of Region I.

  • Agency Name: Androscoggin County Sheriff's Office
  • State: Maine
  • City: Auburn
  • Type: County
  • Address: 2 Turner Street
  • Phone Number: (207) 753-2500
  • Fax: (207) 784-3199
  • Email: rlafrance@androscoggincountymaine.gov

Police Departments in Androscoggin County

DepartmentAddressPhone
Auburn Police Department60 Court Street207.333.6650
Lewiston Police Department171 Park St.(207) 513-3001
Livermore Falls Police Department2 Main St(207) 897-3424
Mechanic Falls Police Department108 Lewiston St207-345-9021
Sabattus Police Department190 Middle Road(207) 375-6952

Androscoggin County, ME Jail and Inmate Records

ANDROSCOGGIN County has 149 jails with an average daily population of 721 inmates with a total of 149 jail population. When breaking down the ANDROSCOGGIN County jail population by gender, females are a minority compared to male prisoners and make 11% with 16 female and 126 male inmates.

  • 149Jails
  • 149Prisoners
  • 210 %Jail Rate

How Does Androscoggin County Inmate Search Work?

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

Androscoggin County Booking

Androscoggin 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 Androscoggin 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 Androscoggin county booking records without any type of permission .

Androscoggin County Jail

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