Contact the Bureau of Identification if you need a release form:

B of I is located in room B-25 of the

Charles “Bud” Meeks Justice Center
101 East Superior St.
Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
Phone (260) 449-7630

Hours of operation are from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday. Closed holidays.

In order for us to properly comply with your records request, please do the following:

You will need to submit two forms of ID.  One must be a State issued photo ID and the other can be any ID with your name on it.  For example, a library card, social security card, utility bill, etc. A waiver release form should be completed and signed by the subject of the request. All forms not completed in the B of I office must be notarized.

If mailing the form, a self-addressed, stamped envelope must be provided for the return of the records. If the request is mailed and is more than 30 days old, it is void and will not be processed.

The cost to process a records check is $7.00 per request. Fees may be paid using cash, money order or certified check. Do not mail cash. Use a money order or certified check only.

Record checks will not be performed on individuals under the age of 18.