Department personnel shall be responsive and helpful in providing information and documents that may be requested by individuals, members of the public or private agencies whenever possible, provided the service is not contrary to existing law. 

In order to obtain information from a police report, the requestor is asked to submit an Application for Record Information. To download an application for release of information click here [PDF link].

An application is not required however, the application is useful to staff in assisting members of the public with handling the request.

The fees for obtaining the report are set forth in the City of Sunnyvale Fee Schedule in accordance with the California Government Code.  Victims of a crime are not subject to the fee.

Requests made by application will be submitted: in person, by mail*, or FAX (408-730-7705).  The California Public Records Act allows up to 10 days for a response.  *Records Unit 700 All American Way, Sunnyvale, Ca. 94086.

Photograph Requests

An application to obtain copies of case photographs or a written request must be submitted to the Records Unit.  A processing fee must be included at time of request- see City of Sunnyvale  Fee Schedule.