I asked for a report and was told I could not have it. Why is that?

Some examples of records not otherwise available to the public for which records were compiled are if the disclosure of the records would result in disclosing (A) the identity of informants not otherwise known or the identity of witnesses not otherwise known whose safety would be endangered or who would be subject to threat or intimidation if their identity was made known, (B) signed statements of witnesses, (C) information to be used in a prospective law enforcement action if prejudicial to such action, (D) investigatory techniques not otherwise known to the general public, (E) arrest records of a juvenile, which shall also include any investigatory files, concerning the arrest of such juvenile, compiled for law enforcement purposes, (F) the name and address of the victim of a sexual assault or injury or risk of injury, or impairing of morals under CGS section 53-21, or of an attempt thereof or (G) uncorroborated allegations. For further information please consult the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act.




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1. How do I obtain a copy of a police report/records?
2. How can I get my fingerprints done?
3. How do I apply for a pistol permit?
4. Are police reports/records "public information"?
5. How much do copies of police reports/records cost?
6. The insurance company says it is my responsibility to obtain a copy of my accident report. Is this correct?
7. I asked for a report and was told I could not have it. Why is that?
8. I just got arrested; can I get a copy of my arrest report?
9. Do you do criminal background checks?
10. How can I find out the status of my case?
11. How do I know who is investigating my case?
12. Will you call me when my case comes to closure?
13. Will you call me if my property is found?
14. How do I get my property back?
15. Why does it take so long to get property back when it is held as evidence?
16. Why must I make an appointment to claim my property?
17. If I find and turn in any other property (i.e. money, jewelry, etc.), may I later claim it?
18. Does the police department hold property auctions?
19. Can I find out if there is an arrest warrant for me or somebody else?
20. I would like to look into getting a pardon for my past transgressions; how would I do that?
21. What permits are required and available through police department?
22. What do I need to know about opening a pawn shop, buy/sell precious metals, gems, coins or be a second-hand dealer?