Reviewed September 16, 2026
Chicago Police Department
Official department contacts, districts, services and public information.
OPEN CPD →Get police services
Reporting, traffic-crash reports, records and other official service links.
VIEW SERVICES →Online crime reporting
Chicago’s system screens incident types and circumstances before accepting a report. If anyone is in danger, a suspect is present or the incident does not qualify, follow the department’s alternative instructions.
Official Chicago online reporting
Police reports and records
Report availability depends on the record type and processing status. Keep the report or records number supplied by the department and use the official instructions for copies.
City of Chicago report information
City versus suburban jurisdiction
The Chicago Police Department serves the City of Chicago. Suburban municipalities maintain separate departments, while the Cook County Sheriff has distinct county responsibilities. Confirm the address before choosing an agency.