Frequently Asked Questions
POLICE CLEARANCES FAQs
What do I need to do to get a police Clearance?
If you live in Amherstburg and need a police clearance, you must attend the Amherstburg Police Station, provide 2 forms of identification, one form MUST be Government Issued and include applicant's name, date of birth, signature and photo of applicant, and complete the application form.
Do I have to come in person or can someone else bring the record check for me? The application must be submitted by the applicant in person only.
What photo ID do I need?
Photo identification can consist of a drivers’ license, a passport, or a student card.
Where are you located?
We are located at 532 Sandwich Street South.
What is your business hours?
We are open 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday to Friday September through to June.
We are open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday in July and August.
What if I can’t make it during business hours?
Records checks are only accepted during business hours.
What is the fee?
Employment, Adoption, Immigration, etc.....$40.00
Volunteering & Schooling......$20.00
How can I pay?
We accept cash or cheque.
POLICE CLEARANCE FORMS:
Police Criminal Check
Police Criminal Check with Police Vulnerable Sector Check
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION FAQs
How do I make an FOI request?
Complete a request form, or write a letter stating that you are requesting information or asking for a correction of your personal information under MFIPPA. (Request forms are available at our office or you can use the IPC generic Request Form).
Where are you located?
We are located at 532 Sandwich Street South.
What is your business hours?
We are open 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Monday to Friday in the months of July and August. We are open 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday to Friday from September to June.
How much does it cost?
The $5.00 applicant fee must accompany your request for access to your personal information. As well, you may be charged for photocopying and shipping costs. No fees are charged for the time required to locate and prepare records containing your personal information.
How long does it take?
The Police Service must respond within 30 calendar days. However, under some circumstances, government organizations may need to extend this time frame.
How do I get the most up-to-date information on Landlord/Tennant issues?
The Ontario Rental Housing Tribunal – 1-888-322-3234
How do I replace my lost or stolen identification?
Please refer to “Losing your Wallet” published by Service Ontario
or go to www.serviceontario.ca
When is the next Car Seat Inspection Clinic?
Car Seat Clinics are noted on the Safety Village website below.
Please visit www.rotarysafetyvillage.com/carseat.php for the next available date.
Who do I contact with regards to an animal at large?
Please contact Mike Beckett– Animal Control Officer at
519-999-DOGS (3647).
What other services does the Service provide?
Copies of Motor Vehicle Accident Reports $40.00
Witness Statements (with consent) $40.00
Fingerprinting (non-criminal) $40.00
How do I go about hiring an off-duty officer?
Organizations requesting an off-duty officer must complete
a “Request for Paid Duty” form and submit it the Staff
Sergeant (Operations) for approval. Forms are available at the office.
Special Paid duty functions are generally:
Community Events
School Events
Traffic Control