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1. I was a victim of a crime. When will I be able to get my property back?

Evidentiary items collected for a criminal case will have to be kept until the trial or until the case is disposed of. Once a property release is authorized by the District Attorney’s Office or prosecuting office handling the case, the Douglasville Police Department will then be able to work on returning the property to its owner.

2. I was a victim of a crime. When will I hear from a detective?

Crimes are assigned based on solvability. Once the investigator is assigned, he/she will try to contact the victim within 48 hours.

3. How can I find out about gang activity and learn about gangs?

The Douglasville Police Department attends and hosts informational meetings at community gatherings, churches, etc. in an effort to educate the public.

If your group or organization has any interest, or to find out about upcoming events, please contact Sgt. Ken Winklepleck.
Email Sgt. Winklepleck

4. Is the police department doing anything proactive to deal with gangs?

Yes, the Douglasville Police Department has spearheaded a program for at-risk youth. Chief Gary Sparks created the "Youth Against Violence" program that is taught by an ex-gang member who turned his life around after his prison term.
The program is 42 weeks broken down into, 4 eight week classes, and a 10 week class. We also offer a leadership program to all participants who graduates from the classes.
The program is open to all youth, and parents are welcome to sit in and learn themselves.
For more information, or to register your child/children, please contact Lt. Ken Winklepleck, or Chief Gary Sparks.

5. How long will it take for me to get my accident report?

The Records Division will typically have a report available after 3-5 business days. Records Division

6. Will the accident report list what driver was at fault?

Yes, the at-fault driver will be listed on the report, except in very rare cases during which it may be impossible to determine.

7. When can I get police and accident reports?

Please allow for 3-5 business days for your report to be available. The Records Division is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm and is located at the new Public Safety and Municipal Court Building, 2083 Fairburn Road, Douglasville. Google Map

8. Does it cost anything for a police or accident report?

Currently, the Douglasville Police Department does not charge for small reports. We charge $2 per accident report and $.10 per page for incident reports. Open Records requests that take time to compile are charged for the time plus per page charge. First 15 minutes is free.

9. How do I obtain an Alcohol Serving Permit?

City of Douglasville Alcohol Serving Permits are issued by the Records Division of the Police Department Monday through Friday from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.

An applicant needs to go to the Public Safety and Municipal Court Building, located at 2083 Fairburn Road, Douglasville, GA 30135 with a valid photo ID and pay $25 for the permit.

A background check will be done and the applicant must pass a ten question test. The Alcohol Serving Permit Photo ID will be made at that time.

Please note that there are no refunds for any reason.

10. What is the city ordinance concerning Alcohol Serving Permits?

Sec. 10-152. Employee identification. Read Ordinance

11. Where can I get fingerprinted for a job application which requires fingerprints?

The Douglasville Police Department is no longer able to provide fingerprinting services for the public. Please visit the website below for more information about fingerprints and a list of locations that provide this service.

There are two locations within the city limits of Douglasville that provide fingerprinting. These locations are:

The UPS Store #1690
8491 Hospital Drive
Douglasville, GA 30134
Phone: 770-489-6178

The UPS Store #2523
7421 Douglas Boulevard
Suite N
Douglasville, GA 30135

GAPS (Georgia Applicant Processing Services)