Request a Police Case Summary Report
- What information do I need to request a summary report?
- Who can get a summary report?
- Where can I get a summary report?
- When can I get a summary report?
- How much does a summary report cost?
Summary reports contain basic information concerning a case that is also part of the public log.
If the report references a case that is still open and under review, your request will be reviewed and discussed with the City Attorney to determine whether the report can be released. In some cases, a Public Access Request will need to be submitted and reviewed.
There may be a fee associated with your report.
What information do I need to request a summary report?
To request an incident/offense report, you will need:
- Victim's last name, or
- Your report number, or
- The report date
Who can get a summary report?
- Only victims can get a summary report
- Suspects cannot be provided a copy of their case from the SBPD Records Bureau
- Suspects can file a Public Access Request that will be reviewed by a City Attorney
Where can I get a summary report?
You can request a police case summary report in-person at the South Bend Police Department.
- 701 W. Sample Street, South Bend, IN
When can I get a summary report?
- Monday - Friday 7:00am to 11:00pm
- Observed City Holidays (see list here) 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day