FAQs
How an individual can obtain information relation to their own previous criminal history?How can I pay my parking ticket?
What is the city noise ordinance?
What is the city curfew?
Is possession of an open alcoholic beverage legal in public outdoor areas?
Where can I find information about child safety seats?
How do I obtain a copy of a police report?
Can I get my fingerprints taken? Is there a fee?
How an individual can obtain information relation to their own previous criminal history? A private citizen has several options to obtain their own personal criminal history. They are outlined below. An FBI background check is the most expansive, covering the entire United States and is done by a fingerprint submission to the FBI. You can contact the FBI about their process. www.fbi.gov/about-us/cjis/background-checks New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) also provides a background check service, by fingerprint submission, which would encompass all of New York State. You can obtain the information about a DCJS background check online as well. www.criminaljustice.ny.gov/ojis/recordreview.htm The Saratoga Springs Police Department issues a "Certificate of Good Conduct" for people who reside within our jurisdiction. This is a certified document which states a person has no previous criminal activity with our agency. It can only be obtained by the person named on the certificate. To request a Certificate of Good Conduct, please send a notarized letter to the Chief of Police which includes your full name (maiden name if applicable), date of birth and the addresses at which you have resided within the City of Saratoga Springs. Please keep in mind that a Saratoga Springs mailing address does not necessarily indicate a residence within the city boundaries. Also include a phone number for contacting you if there are any issues. There is a $15 fee for a Certificate of Good Conduct, payable by check or money order only, and made payable to the Commissioner of Finance. Also include a self addressed, stamped envelope with your request for the Certificate to be mailed back to you once it is issued.
How can I pay my parking ticket? Parking tickets can be paid by mail (see ticket instructions), in person at the Department of Public Safety, at 474 Broadway, Floor 2 in City Hall, or on line by credit card (VISA AND MASTERCARD ONLY). To pay a parking ticket on line, use this link: PARKING TICKET SITESAFE VERIFY and click on the link to the left that says "PAY PARKING TICKET".
What is the city noise ordinance? The definition of specific acts deemed unreasonable noise can be found in PART II, GENERAL LEGISLATION, Chapter § 148-4 of the Code of the City of Saratoga Springs.
What is the city curfew? The definition the curfew can be found in PART II, GENERAL LEGISLATION, Chapter § 96-1 of the Code of the City of Saratoga Springs.
Is possession of an open alcoholic beverage legal in public outdoor areas? Open containers of alcoholic beverages are generally illegal in certain public areas of the city. More information about this law can be found in PART II, GENERAL LEGISLATION, Chapter 61: ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES the Code of the City of Saratoga Springs.
Where can I find information about child safety seats? For information about NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law regarding child safety seats, as well as general information, refer to the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee.
How do I obtain a copy of a police report? To request a copy of a motor vehicle accident report, you may do either of the following:
1) Click here to be taken to Carfax.com. Here, you can easily and securely access and then immediately download your report online.
Reports are uploaded to carfax upon completion and appropriate supervisor approvals. If you are unable to locate your report online,
please contact us in order to check on the status of the report. (*Carfax will charge a fee for use of this service)
2) Click here to download a Report Request Form. This form may be completed by hand and either dropped off in person or mailed to the department, ATTN: Records. Please allow 7-10 business days to receive your report.
For all other reports, a request must be made utilizing the Report Request Form.
2) Click here to download a Report Request Form. This form may be completed by hand and either dropped off in person or mailed to the department, ATTN: Records. Please allow 7-10 business days to receive your report.
How do I get fingerprints taken? Is there a fee? Fingerprinting is a service offered at the police department. Civilian fingerprinting is done by our Identification Officer by appointment only. Appointments can be made Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 4:30 pm. You are required to supply your own fingerprint cards unless otherwise informed. Photo identification is required and the fee is $10.00 per person.