I need to obtain a local background check. Can I get one at the Police Department?
A local Police Clearance Letter, in which only Garden City Records are checked, can be obtained at the Garden City Police Departments Records Bureau during their normal business hours. Picture ID that includes an address must be shown and a short form completed by the requester. There is no charge for this service. You must be a Garden City resident.

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1. How do I request information under the Freedom of Information Act?
2. What is considered an abandoned vehicle?
3. What conditions must be met for a snow emergency to be declared?
4. Where on my property can I store my boat, recreational vehicle (RV) or utility trailer?
5. If I own a small business of my own, can I keep my business vehicle at my house?
6. How many garage sales can I legally have each year?
7. How many Dogs or Cats can I own?
8. Who is responsible for the sidewalk in front of my home after a snowfall?
9. Can I park my vehicle in my front yard or on the median in front of my home?
10. If I am leaving to go on vacation, can I put out my garbage early?
11. What if I do vehicle repairs at my home for others? Is it legal?
12. What if I’m out of town long enough that my lawn gets too high?
13. What if I have a neighbor whose yard is really messy with junk?
14. My neighbor has a dog that barks all night. What can you do?
15. Do I need a license when purchasing a dog or cat?
16. What are the hours of the records bureau?
17. How do I get a copy of my police report?
18. How do I get a copy of my traffic crash report?
19. I am an attorney and wish to have a discovery order filled by the police. What do I do?
20. I need to obtain a local background check. Can I get one at the Police Department?
21. I need to have my fingerprints taken. Can I do this at the Police Department?
22. What is the procedure for buying a handgun?
23. Can I obtain a CCW at the Police Department?