Police Records Section ensure that police-related records and reports are properly stored and disseminated within legal and policy guidelines for LE-related information. All requests for Police Services will be done electronically per the below guidance. The Police Records Section completes Background Checks and facilitates Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests for copies of reports.
Guidance for obtaining background checks and reports:
1. All form requests and supporting documentation (if required) will be sent to: usarmy.liberty.imcom.mbx.police-services@army.mil
** NOTE: This e-mail box won’t accept encrypted e-mail. If you need to send data encrypted due to PII constraints or e-mail accounts that block PII (i.e., soc.mil/socom.mil/etc.) We recommend using the DOD SAFE APP at https://safe.apps.mil to drop off the file(s). Note: be sure to send the decryption phrase if encryption option is selected. If you have a problem accessing this site, please contact us and we can push a file request to you. ***
2. Proof of identity is required if sending from other than a government e-mail account (i.e., g-mail/AOL. Mail/Google/Yahoo/etc.) Include a copy of your Driver’s License with your request.
3. Forms will be accepted as a pdf digitally signed or hand signed and scanned. They must be sent as an attachment. The only link accepted is the DOD SAFE APP
4. All completed forms will be returned via e-mail of the sender. The estimated turn time is 1-3 business days. If you have not received a reply within 3 business days, please contact our office at 910-396-6130, 907-4085, or 907-4079 for additional information.
5. Downloadable forms are available using the links below:
Fort Liberty Local Name/Background Check (click here)
*Used for UPL, SHARP, school volunteer, general purpose, etc.
*Complete Section 2 and send in (DO NOT sign the bottom)
DA Form 7708 - Personnel Reliability Screening and Evaluation Background Check (click here)
*Used for Arms Room, as directed per unit
CDRs, Legal POCs, LOD Investigators should provide authorization memo or appointment orders in order to obtain an unredacted copy of a report. No form is required.
Guidance for obtaining reports under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA):
Instructions and forms for obtaining records, including police reports and traffic accident reports, under the FOIA or Privacy Act is provided on the Fort Liberty FOIA site (click here).
**Note: Fort Liberty doesn’t process request for Criminal Investigation Division (CID) records or the police reports from other installations. Contact those agencies for instructions on submitting your request.
Service members and federal civilian employees should submit their request using a non-government email. Proof of identity is generally required, include a copy of your Driver’s License or identification with your request. If you are requesting a record about someone other than yourself, contact the FOIA office for additional guidance.