Police Record and Background Checks

The Customer Service Desk is located at 2670 Queensview Drive and is open by appointment only to serve you better.

Apply online for your records check. Our processing time is 7 to 10 business days. 

Email us at recordscheck@ottawapolice.ca with questions or concerns.

Appointments

We will contact you to book an appointment if you need to come in person for issues related to payment, identity verification or fingerprints.

Please note: Youth aged 12 to 17 may ONLY apply for Police Records Checks for Government (federal, provincial, municipal) Agencies. More about Youth Records Checks.

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