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The Key West Police Department (KWPD) is a law enforcement agency that serves the city of Key West, Florida. The department is responsible for enforcing city ordinances, investigating crimes, and providing security for the city's residents and visitors.
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Organization
The KWPD is headed by a Chief of Police, who is appointed by the City Manager. The department is divided into several divisions, including:
- Patrol Division: This division is responsible for responding to calls for service, conducting traffic enforcement, and patrolling the city's streets.
- Criminal Investigations Division: This division is responsible for investigating crimes, such as theft, assault, and burglary.
- Special Operations Division: This division is responsible for providing specialized services, such as SWAT, K-9, and marine patrol.
- Support Services Division: This division provides support to the other divisions, such as evidence collection, records management, and communications.
Key West Arrest Warrants Search
The KWPD provides an online service that allows you to search for arrest warrants that have been issued in Key West. To search for a warrant, you will need to provide the person's name and date of birth.
- To search for a warrant, visit the KWPD website.
- Click on the "Warrants" tab.
- Enter the person's name and date of birth in the search fields.
- Click on the "Search" button.
The search results will display any active arrest warrants that have been issued for the person.
Additional Information
The KWPD offers a variety of community outreach programs, such as:
- Neighborhood Watch: This program encourages residents to work together to prevent crime in their neighborhoods.
- Citizen's Police Academy: This program provides citizens with an opportunity to learn about the KWPD and its operations.
- School Resource Officer Program: This program places police officers in schools to provide security and teach students about crime prevention.
Recent Arrests
To check if someone has been arrested by the KWPD, you can:
- Visit the KWPD website: https://www.keywestpolice.org/
- Click on the "Warrants" tab.
- Enter the person's name and date of birth in the search fields.
- Click on the "Search" button.
The search results will display any active arrest warrants that have been issued for the person.
Additional Information about Arrests:
- If you are arrested by the KWPD, you will be taken to the Monroe County Jail.
- You will be held in jail until you can post bail or until your court date.
- If you are convicted of a crime, you may be sentenced to jail or prison time, ordered to pay a fine, or both.
Useful Tips:
- If you are arrested, you have the right to remain silent and to an attorney.
- You should not answer any questions until you have spoken to an attorney.
- If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to you.
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Bail Bonds
A bail bond is a financial guarantee that a person will appear in court for their scheduled hearings. Bail bonds are typically issued by bail bond companies, which are private businesses that specialize in providing this service.
How to Post Bond
To post bond, you will need to contact a bail bond company. The bail bond company will require you to pay a fee, which is typically a percentage of the total bail amount. Once you have paid the fee, the bail bond company will issue a bond to the court. The bond will guarantee that the person will appear in court for their scheduled hearings.
Police Reports
Police reports are public records that contain information about crimes and other incidents that have been investigated by the police. Police reports can be used for a variety of purposes, such as:
- Obtaining information about a crime or incident
- Filing an insurance claim
- Providing evidence in a legal case
- Conducting research
Process of Obtaining Police Records
The process of obtaining police records varies from state to state. In general, you will need to submit a public records request to the law enforcement agency that created the records. You may be required to pay a fee for the records.
To obtain police records in Key West, Florida:
- Visit the Key West Police Department website.
- Click on the "Records" tab.
- Select the type of record you are requesting.
- Fill out the public records request form.
- Submit the form to the KWPD.
You can also submit a public records request in person at the KWPD Records Division:
- Address: 1010 Kennedy Drive, Key West, FL 33040
- Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Key West Warrant Lookup
To find a warrant in Key West, FL, you can:
- Visit the Key West Police Department (KWPD) website.
- Click on the "Warrants" tab.
- Enter the person's name and date of birth in the search fields.
- Click on the "Search" button.
The search results will display any active arrest warrants that have been issued for the person.
You can also contact the KWPD Records Division to inquire about warrants:
- Address: 1010 Kennedy Drive, Key West, FL 33040
- Phone: (305) 809-1000
- Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sex Offender Registry
The Key West Police Department maintains a Sex Offender Registry, which contains information about registered sex offenders who live or work in Key West. The registry is available to the public online.
To search the Key West Sex Offender Registry:
- Visit the KWPD website.
- Click on the "Sex Offender Registry" tab.
- Enter the person's name or address in the search field.
- Click on the "Search" button.
The search results will display information about any registered sex offenders who match your search criteria.
Key West Most Wanted List
The Key West Police Department maintains a Most Wanted List, which contains information about fugitives who are wanted for serious crimes. The list is available to the public online.
To view the Key West Most Wanted List:
- Visit the KWPD website.
- Click on the "Most Wanted" tab.
The list will display information about the fugitives, including their names, photographs, and descriptions of their crimes.
Background Checks
The Key West Police Department provides criminal background checks to businesses and individuals. Background checks can be used for a variety of purposes, such as:
- Employment screening
- Volunteer screening
- Tenant screening
- Licensing and permitting
To request a background check, you will need to submit a completed application form and pay a fee. The KWPD will then conduct a search of its records and provide you with a report of the person's criminal history.
For more information about background checks, please contact the KWPD Records Division:
- Address: 1010 Kennedy Drive, Key West, FL 33040
- Phone: (305) 809-1000
- Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location and Contact Details
Official Address
1604 North Roosevelt Boulevard, Key West, FL, 33040
Official Phone Number
305-809-1111
Official Website
www.keywestcity.com/department
Type
Local Police Department
Precincts
1
Full Time Sworn Officers
87
Full Time Civilians
33
Part Time Sworn Officers
4
