The City of Kiel Police Department recognizes the importance of sharing records with the general public but also acknowledges that there are times when certain records will not be released. A decision as to the denial of the release of records will ultimately rest with the Chief of Police, who is the police department’s official custodian of records. The police department maintains a policy with regards to the release of its records. It is the purpose of this policy to establish a procedure with regards to the release of department information in conformity with all laws and a general responsibility to the public, while maintaining balanced reasonable regulation for the release of police records.

Persons who request copies of police records will be asked to show identification and also asked to complete a City of Kiel Police Department "Records Request Form." A copy of the request form will be attached to the original record that was copied. Requests can be made in person at the police department during regular business hours Monday-Friday / 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.