The Pea Ridge Police Department operates under the principles of maintaining public safety, enforcing laws, and protecting the rights of individuals within the community. The department reports to the local government and works in collaboration with other law enforcement agencies to ensure a safe environment for residents.
The Pea Ridge Police Department provides a range of services to the community, including emergency response, crime prevention, investigation of criminal activities, traffic enforcement, and community engagement programs. The department strives to maintain a proactive approach to law enforcement, focusing on prevention and intervention to address potential issues before they escalate.
Pea Ridge Police Department 293 South Curtis Avenue, Pea Ridge, Arkansas, 72751 Phone: 479-451-8220 Website
Yes, Pea Ridge police records are generally considered public records and are accessible to the public. The Arkansas Freedom of Information Act permits access to public records, including police records, unless they fall under specific exemptions. These exemptions may include records related to ongoing investigations, confidential informants, juveniles, and certain personal information that could potentially compromise the safety or privacy of individuals involved.
The Pea Ridge Police Department, in compliance with the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act, allows public access to arrest records. These records can be obtained by visiting the police department in person and submitting a request for the specific arrest records. The police department will process the request in accordance with the law and provide the requested information, unless it falls under any exemptions outlined in the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Residents may also be able to obtain arrest records from the Pea Ridge Police Department by contacting them directly and inquiring about the process for obtaining such records.
The Pea Ridge Police Department works in collaboration with local courts and prisons to ensure the proper handling and transportation of individuals who have been detained. If a criminal is arrested in Pea Ridge, they may be transported to a nearby court for arraignment or to a designated prison facility for incarceration. The specific court or prison where the individual is taken can be determined by contacting the Pea Ridge Police Department directly and inquiring about the details of the case.
Please note that the Pea Ridge Police Department does not operate its own jail facility.