Records Bureau
Requests for Police Records
All requests for police records are governed by the New Jersey Open Public Records Act (N.J.S.A. 47:1A-1 et seq.). Please print and complete a copy of our records request form, then deliver it to the Newton Police Records Bureau or fax it to (973) 383-0090.
Accident reports may be requested using our online form below.
Contact the records clerk at or call (973) 383-2525 during regular business hours with questions or for further information.
Criminal History Records/Background Checks
Criminal history records checks and background checks are conducted by the New Jersey State Police. More information on obtaining a records check is available on the state police website.
Accident Reports
Accident Reports may be requested Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.. A minimum of ten (10) business days is required for most accident reports to be processed. All reports picked up at police headquarters are $0.05 per page.