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of Information (B of I) is the office where the public and other
Law Enforcement Agencies would obtain record checks, copies of reports
and tow releases. This is also the office where the public would
obtain gun permits. The office hours are Monday through Friday (excluding
holidays), 8:00 AM 4:30PM Office telephone numbers are (219)
755-3316 through (219) 755-3319 and fax number is (219) 755-3323.
1. Reports Copies of Police Reports will cost $5.00
2. Record checks The public can obtain a record check on
themselves only. They must have a photo ID (either a State ID or
a valid State drivers license). The cost is $7.00.
3.
Vehicle tow releases Vehicles towed by the Lake County Sheriffs
Department will be released to the owner of the vehicle, when they
prove ownership with a title or vehicle registration. They must
present a photo ID (either a State ID or a valid State drivers
license)
4.
Gun permit – The public can apply for a gun permit through
our department if they live in the unincorporated area of Lake County
Indiana. They must bring in a valid Indiana State driver’s
license, a Money Order for $15.00 and $10.00 in cash. Applications
for gun permits must be processed before 3:00 PM.
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