Kannapolis Police Records
Kannapolis police records are kept by the Kannapolis Police Department, which holds CALEA Advanced Accreditation, the highest level of law enforcement accreditation. The city spans parts of Cabarrus and Rowan counties in North Carolina. You can search for Kannapolis police records by contacting the Records Division, filing online reports for certain crimes, or visiting department headquarters. The department values excellence, professionalism, integrity, and stewardship. Incident reports, arrest records, and accident reports are all part of the records system. Getting started with a search is a simple process.
Kannapolis Police Quick Facts
Kannapolis Police Department
The Kannapolis Police Department website at kannapolisnc.gov/KPD has information about all department services, contacts, and how to request records. The department holds CALEA Advanced Accreditation, which means it meets the highest standards for law enforcement operations and record keeping.
Contact the Records Division by email at KPD_records@kannapolisnc.gov or by phone at 704-920-4129 for incident reports. For Computer Aided Dispatch records, contact Hollie Morton at hmorton@kannapolisnc.gov or 704-920-4091. A Freedom of Information Act form is needed for CAD requests in Kannapolis.
Kannapolis Police Records Access
Only the first page of an incident report in Kannapolis is considered a public record. The rest of the report, which includes the narrative, must be subpoenaed by an attorney. This is an important distinction for anyone searching for detailed Kannapolis police records. The first page gives you basic facts about the incident.
Accident reports in Kannapolis are not available online. Due to changes in state law under Chapter 123, Section 2721, you must come in person with a valid ID to get an accident report. Insurance companies or law offices may contact the department by email at KPD_records@kannapolisnc.gov on behalf of their clients. You can also request accident reports through the DMV website using the TR-67A form, which carries a fee.
Note: Kannapolis accident reports are only available in person with valid ID or through the NC DMV by mail.
Online Reporting in Kannapolis
Kannapolis lets you file certain types of police reports online. This works for non-emergency events only. Crimes you can report online include vandalism, damage to property, communicating threats, larceny of property worth less than $1,000, lost property, harassing phone calls, and littering.
For any of the following situations, call 911 or the non-emergency line at 704-920-4000 instead of filing online in Kannapolis:
- Crime in progress or about to happen
- Domestic violence or fire
- Missing persons, break-ins, or stolen vehicles
- Traffic accidents or suspect on scene
- Any incident where evidence may need to be collected
The MyPD app is a free tool that connects the public with police services in Kannapolis. No sign-in is required to use it.
Kannapolis Fingerprint Services
The Kannapolis Police Department offers fingerprinting by appointment only. Residents of Kannapolis pay $15.00 in cash per person. Non-residents pay $25.00 in cash. You can get up to three fingerprint cards per person. You must be a Cabarrus or Rowan County resident, or work or attend school in one of those counties.
Bring a picture ID with your correct address. Cards must not be signed before your visit. You sign them in front of the processing officer. Kannapolis PD does not do fingerprinting for concealed handgun permits or immigration purposes. Book appointments through the department's online booking system.
Kannapolis Records and State Law
North Carolina's public records law gives the public a right to inspect and copy most government records, including police records in Kannapolis. Basic facts about any incident are always available. The name, age, and address of an arrested person are public once the arrest happens. Records of active investigations may be held back until the case is resolved.
The unique aspect of Kannapolis police records is the distinction between the first page and the rest of an incident report. Only the first page is public. The rest needs a subpoena. This limits what you can get without going through legal channels. If you need the full narrative of an incident report from Kannapolis, consult with an attorney about the subpoena process. The first page still gives you key facts about the event, including the date, time, location, and type of incident.
Cabarrus County Police Records
Kannapolis is primarily in Cabarrus County. Court records for criminal cases go through the Cabarrus County courts at 77 Union St South in Concord. Call 704-262-5500 for court information. The NC Judicial Branch gives online access to case records from Cabarrus County.
The NC SBI offers statewide background checks for $14.00 per person. The NC Department of Adult Correction has an offender search for state prison inmates. The public records law under N.C.G.S. Chapter 132 applies to all Kannapolis police records. Certified crash reports must be requested through the NC DMV by mail for $5.50 each.
Search Tips for Kannapolis Records
When searching for Kannapolis police records, start by deciding what type of record you need. For the first page of an incident report, contact the Records Division by email or phone. For accident reports, plan an in-person visit with a valid ID. For online reportable offenses, use the department's online system. Each path leads to different types of Kannapolis police records.
Be specific in your requests. Include the date, location, and names of people involved. If you have a case number or call number, include that too. The Kannapolis Police Department public records request form has fields for all of this information. Allow time for processing, as staff review each request before releasing records. The department handles requests during normal business hours.
Kannapolis spans parts of both Cabarrus and Rowan counties. Some records may be in one county system while others are in the other. If you are not sure which county your incident falls in, contact the Kannapolis Police Department and they can direct you. The department serves the entire city regardless of which county a specific address is in. This two-county coverage is unique among the cities covered here.
Cabarrus County Records
Kannapolis is in Cabarrus County. Criminal cases from Kannapolis go through the Cabarrus County court system. For county-level police records, court records, and other public documents, visit the Cabarrus County police records page.