The Records Section is located at 397 Herndon Parkway, Suite 300, Herndon, Virginia 20170. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Criminal Records Requests:

Individuals requesting their records must provide two current forms of identification; one must contain a photograph and a date of birth. Criminal record requests include only those arrests that have occurred in the Town of Herndon. In the Commonwealth of Virginia, complete current checks are only available from Virginia State Police Central Criminal Records Exchange.

Effective March 16, 2026, background investigators wishing to obtain a criminal record must schedule an appointment. To schedule an appointment, please go to https://outlook.office.com/book/HPDRecordsAppointments@herndon-va.gov/ or scan the QR code below:
records calendar

Traffic Accident Reports:

Crash reports (FR300P) for all reportable traffic crashes (crashes which occur on public property that involve death, personal injury, or property damage of $3000 or more) shall be requested through the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles or by scanning the QR code below (fees will apply):

crash qr

All non-reportable crash reports (hit and run crashes on public property less than $1,500; hit and run/crashes occurring on private property and/or involving death, personal injury) may be obtained through a public records request (FOIA).

 

Public Records Request (FOIA):
The Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOlA) is set out in § 2.2-3700 et seq., of the Virginia Code. It guarantees citizens of the Commonwealth and representatives of the media access to public records held by public bodies, public officials, and public employees. To make a FOIA request from Herndon Police Department, you may contact our FOIA Specialist, at 703-435-6891, or herndonpd.foia@herndon-va.gov.

Parking Citation Appeals:
Parking citations may be appealed up to 30 days after issuance. Please go to the Records Section with the original citation and valid identification. A court date will be assigned according to the issuing officer's schedule.