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Aurora County Arrest Records

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Aurora County, SD Arrest Records

What are Aurora County Arrest Statistics?

Aurora County had 34 arrests for the last 3 years, in 2016 the arrest rate was 182.75 per 100.000 population which is by 75.27% lower than the National average of 739.12 per 100.000 inhabitants. Among the 2016 arrests 0 were made for violent crime charges. Compared to neighboring county Beadle and county Brookings it’s a more dangerous place to live in.

  • 34Arrests in the county for the last 3 years
  • 182.75Arrest rate in 2016 per 100.000 population
  • 0Violent crime arrests

Aurora County Recent Arrest Trends

Currently, the most popular arrest in Aurora is larceny/theft - 4 arrests followed by burglary - 1 and murder and non negligent manslaughter - 0 arrests.

  • 4Larceny/Theft
  • 1Burglary
  • 0Murder And Non Negligent Manslaughter

Violent Crime Arrests vs. Non-Violent

Violent crime in Aurora County is considered rape and sexual assault, robbery, and assault. For the recent years the violent crime rate has decreased along with the non-violent crime rate. Compared to the national average of - 99.56 per 100.000 people the overall violent crime rate for the county is by 100% lower.

Aurora County Crime Rate from 2002-2016

Aurora County Police Records

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

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

Aurora County Mugshots

Aurora 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.

Aurora 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 Aurora 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 Aurora 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.

How Does Aurora County Inmate Search Work?

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

Aurora County Booking

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

Aurora County Jail

  • Agency Name: Aurora County SD Jail
  • State: SD
  • City: Plankinton
  • Type: County
  • Address: 401 North Main Street
  • Phone Number: 605-942-7736
  • Fax: 605-942-7751
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