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Buffalo County Arrest Records

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Buffalo County, WI Arrest Records

What are Buffalo County Arrest Statistics?

Buffalo County had 108 arrests for the last 3 years, in 2017 the arrest rate was 274.83 per 100.000 population which is by 62.81% lower than the National average of 739.02 per 100.000 inhabitants. Among the 2017 arrests 11 were made for violent crime charges. Compared to neighboring county Calumet and county Dane it’s a more dangerous place to live in.

  • 108Arrests in the county for the last 3 years
  • 274.83Arrest rate in 2017 per 100.000 population
  • 11Violent crime arrests

Buffalo County Recent Arrest Trends

Currently, the most popular arrest in Buffalo is larceny/theft - 17 arrests followed by rape - 6 and motor vehicle theft - 6 arrests.

  • 17Larceny/Theft
  • 6Rape
  • 6Motor Vehicle Theft

Violent Crime Arrests vs. Non-Violent

Violent crime in Buffalo County is considered rape and sexual assault, robbery, and assault. For the recent years the violent crime rate has increased along with 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 16.56% lower.

Buffalo County Crime Rate from 2001-2017

Buffalo County Arrest and Criminal Records by Age

Most of the county arrests fall into 21-30 age group whereas the least arrests are seen between people who are 51-60 years old.

Buffalo County Crime Rate by Age Groups

Buffalo County Police Records

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

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

Buffalo County Mugshots

Buffalo 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.

Buffalo 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 Buffalo 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 Buffalo 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.

Buffalo County Sheriff’s Office

It is situated in Buffalo county, Wisconsin with a total number of 26 employees - 1 female, 10 male officers and 15 civilians. Buffalo County SO ORI (Originated Agency Identifier) number is WI0060000, it belongs to the East North Central division in the Midwest region with a region code of Region II.

  • Agency Name: Buffalo County Sheriff's Office
  • State: Wisconsin
  • City: Alma
  • Type: County
  • Address: 407 S. 2nd St.
  • Phone Number: 608-685-4433
  • Fax: 608-685-3379
  • Email: melissa.brunner@co.buffalo.wi.us
  • Website: http://www.buffalocounty.com/193/Sheriff

Police Departments in Buffalo County

DepartmentAddressPhone
Alma Police Department314 N Main St(608)685-4577
Mondovi Police Department225 E Main St(715)926-4423

Buffalo County, WI Jail and Inmate Records

BUFFALO County has 16 jails with an average daily population of 824 inmates with a total of 16 jail population. When breaking down the BUFFALO County jail population by gender, females are a minority compared to male prisoners and make 19% with 3 female and 11 male inmates.

  • 16Jails
  • 16Prisoners
  • 194 %Jail Rate

How Does Buffalo County Inmate Search Work?

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

Buffalo County Booking

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

Buffalo County Jail

  • Agency Name: Buffalo County WI Jail
  • State: WI
  • City: Alma
  • Type: County
  • Address: 407 South Second Street, PO Box 396
  • Phone Number: 608-685-4433
  • Fax: 608-685-3379
  • Email: melissa.brunner@co.buffalo.wi.us
  • Website: https://www.buffalocounty.com/176/Jail

Prisons and Jails in Buffalo County

NameAddressPhone
Buffalo County Juvenile Detention CenterPO Box 517608- 685-4412
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