FAQs • Gulf Shores, AL • CivicEngage

How can I obtain a pistol permit?: Pistol Permits are issued by the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office. You must file a Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office Pistol Permit Application. and return it in person to the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office. There is a location in Foley, AL at the Satellite Courthouse, 201 E. Section St. The cost of a pistol permit is $30 per year. Permits must be renewed annually.

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1. Do you provide background checks?: Yes, we conduct a local background check at no charge to you. This will only show misdemeanor charges with the City of Gulf Shores. You must come to the Police Department in person with a valid Driver's License. If you wish to purchase a state or federal background check we have the paperwork available at the records desk. It can also be found online at:
http://dps.alabama.gov/Documents/Forms/ABI-CriminalHistoriesGeneralPublic-46.pdf
http://www.fbi.gov/about-us/cjis/background-checks

2. Do you provide fingerprinting services?: For some industries and occupations, it is required that you submit an official record of your fingerprints. The Gulf Shores Police Department only provides this service to residents of Gulf Shores or people obtaining fingerprints for a business located in Gulf Shores. There is no fee for fingerprinting services.

3. How can I obtain a copy of an accident report?: The Gulf Shores Police Department has partnered with Carfax to bring you 24/7 accident reports, available at crashdocs.org. The cost of a report is $5 and there are no hidden fees. You can pay with a credit or debit card. Please allow 3-5 business days from the date of the accident for your report to be available. If you have any questions please contact our Records Clerk, Jenna Darby at 251-968-2532.

4. How can I obtain a copy of a police report?: Police reports are available at the Gulf Shores Police Department between 8–11 a.m. and 1–5 p.m., Monday–Friday, with the exception of holidays.

All reports cost $5. Cash, credit and personal checks are accepted.

The police report will only include the front page due to privacy laws.

5. How can I obtain a pistol permit?: Pistol Permits are issued by the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office. You must file a Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office Pistol Permit Application. and return it in person to the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office. There is a location in Foley, AL at the Satellite Courthouse, 201 E. Section St. The cost of a pistol permit is $30 per year. Permits must be renewed annually.

6. How do I register as a Sex Offender?: If you reside or work in the City of Gulf Shores you must register with the Gulf Shores Police Department. You can come to the Police Department Lobby and ask to speak to Detective Mark Russell to get registered.