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1. If I call 9-1-1, how long will it take for police to arrive?

All calls to the Belfast Police Department are received through the Waldo Regional Communications Center. Every call is prioritized according to the seriousness of the incident and location. The communications officers may not be able to provide you with a response time as many calls may be received at once.

2. How do I find out if school has been cancelled?

Please do not call the Police Department to find out if school has been canceled. The school district will notify the television and radio stations should school be canceled or delayed. These are your best sources for this information.

3. How can I obtain a copy of my criminal record?

Requests for criminal records should be directed to the State Bureau of Identification:
Main State Police, Station 104
45 Commerce Dr.
Augusta, ME 04333

4. How can I obtain a concealed firearms permit?

To obtain or renew a concealed firearms permit, please pick up an application from the Police Department:
112 Church St.
Belfast, ME 04915

The fee is $35 for a new permit and $20 for a permit renewal.

5. How can I obtain a permit to operate an uninspected motor vehicle?

Permits to operate an uninspected motor vehicle can be obtained at the Police Station:
112 Church St.
Belfast, ME 04915

Station hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm, and Saturday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

6. How can I obtain a copy of my arrest report?

To obtain a copy of an arrest report, please contact the district attorney's office at (207) 338-2512.

7. How can I obtain a copy of a traffic crash report?

You may request a copy of a traffic crash report in person or by mail. Copies of incidents that are currently under investigation will not be released until completed. There is a fee of $5 for the first page and $1 for each additional page.

For requests by mail, please send a brief note that includes your name, return address, and the date of your incident to the Belfast Police Department:
Records Bureau
112 Church St.
Belfast, Maine 04915

Please include a check or money order for the correct number of pages made out to the City of Belfast.