Anchorage DUI Records

CourtView: Alaska's Online Case Search

The Alaska Court System runs CourtView, a free public database where you can look up DUI cases by name, case number, or date. CourtView covers all court levels statewide, including Superior Court and District Court cases filed in Anchorage's Third Judicial District. DUI offenses are filed as criminal cases, so search under the criminal case type. Results show charge details, hearing dates, dispositions, and sentence information once a case is resolved.

The CourtView portal is available at the Alaska Court System website. The database updates regularly but may lag a day or two behind real-time court activity. If a case was filed recently, check back after a few days. For older cases going back several decades, CourtView covers most electronic records, though paper files for very old cases may require an in-person request.

The Alaska Court System makes this database available to the public under the state's open records law. You do not need an account or a fee to search. Results are read-only; you cannot modify or dispute records through CourtView. To get certified copies of case documents, you must contact the courthouse directly.

The source below links directly to CourtView's main search portal.

Alaska CourtView Online Case Search is the official public case lookup tool maintained by the Alaska Court System for DUI and other criminal records statewide.

CourtView shows case type, filing date, charges under Alaska Statute 28.35.030, and final disposition for DUI cases in Anchorage.

Anchorage Police Department Records

The Anchorage Police Department maintains its own records division for incident reports, arrest logs, and traffic collision reports. If you need an APD-generated DUI arrest report, this is the right place to start. APD ticket numbers begin with the letter "A." Each request must cover one case at a time; you cannot bundle multiple cases into a single request.

Submit your request through the APD Public Records Center. If the records involve you personally, a consent form is required. Third-party requests for records about someone else follow different rules, and some information may be redacted to protect ongoing investigations or personal privacy. APD also handles requests related to vehicle impoundments tied to DUI arrests, which are a common part of DUI enforcement in Anchorage.

Traffic citations and related fines can be paid in person at 716 West Fourth Avenue. The APD Public Records Center handles requests separately from the payment window, so be sure to go to the correct location for your purpose. For questions about a specific case, you can also reach the records unit by phone.

The Municipality of Anchorage also operates its own FOIA portal for broader public records requests that go beyond police department files. That portal operates under Alaska Statute 40.25.110-40.25.125. The initial response window is 10 working days. You can submit requests online at the municipal portal without mailing anything in.

Municipality of Anchorage Public Records Portal handles FOIA requests for municipal departments, including records related to DUI enforcement activities. The APD-specific request form is at APD Public Records Center.

Nesbett Courthouse: In-Person Court Records

Nesbett Courthouse is located at 825 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501. Phone: (907) 264-0491. This is the main courthouse for Anchorage's Third Judicial District and handles both Superior Court and District Court DUI cases. The Superior Court takes felony DUI cases (three or more prior DUI convictions within 10 years under AS 28.35.032), while the District Court handles first and second offense misdemeanor DUI cases.

To get copies of court records in person, use form TF-311 ANCH. Non-certified copies cost $2.00 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00 per document plus $2.00 per page. If you know the case number, the clerk can pull the file quickly. Without a case number, staff will search by name and date of birth, which may take longer. You can also email records requests to 3ANRecordsRequest@akcourts.gov.

Court records show the full case history: the charging document, all hearing dates, any plea agreements, sentencing orders, and probation terms. For DUI cases that ended in conviction, you can also see if the court ordered ignition interlock device requirements, alcohol treatment, or community service as part of the sentence.

Anchorage's Third Judicial District is one of the busiest in Alaska. Processing times for records requests can vary, especially during high-volume periods. Email requests tend to get responses within a week for straightforward cases. Complex cases with multiple hearings may take longer to compile.

Alaska DMV and License Records

A DUI arrest triggers two separate processes in Alaska: a criminal court case and an administrative license action handled by the Division of Motor Vehicles. These run at the same time but are independent of each other. Even if criminal charges are dropped or reduced, the DMV action may still result in license revocation. Understanding both systems matters if you are looking at the full picture of a DUI record.

The DMV administrative revocation process begins when a driver is arrested for DUI and either registers a BAC of 0.08% or higher or refuses to submit to a chemical test. Refusal to submit is its own violation under AS 28.35.031 and carries its own revocation period. The driver has 7 days from the date of arrest to request an administrative hearing to challenge the revocation.

Driving records are available from the Alaska DMV. A standard driving record shows license status, endorsements, violations, and any DUI-related revocations or suspensions. These records are used by courts, attorneys, and individuals checking their own history. You can order a driving record online through the DMV's official portal.

Alaska DMV DUI Administrative Revocation explains the revocation process and timelines for Anchorage drivers. DMV Driving Records is where you request a copy of a driving history record.

Anchorage Wellness Court

Anchorage operates a Wellness Court specifically designed for DUI and substance use cases. The program offers an alternative to traditional prosecution for eligible defendants. Participants go through intensive supervision, regular drug and alcohol testing, and treatment rather than serving standard jail sentences. Completion of the program can result in reduced or dismissed charges depending on the terms of the individual case.

Not everyone qualifies for Wellness Court. Eligibility depends on the nature of the offense, prior criminal history, and an assessment of the person's treatment needs. Defendants who are accepted into the program appear before the court regularly and must meet all program requirements to remain enrolled. Failure to comply can result in removal from the program and resumption of the standard criminal case.

Records from Wellness Court participation may appear in CourtView under the original case number. The court system maintains confidentiality for certain treatment-related information, but the existence of the case and the charges are still public record. For details on the Anchorage Wellness Court, visit the Alaska Court System's therapeutic courts page at Alaska Court System Therapeutic Courts.

Alaska State Troopers and Background Checks

The Alaska Department of Public Safety operates the Troopers Daily Dispatch, which posts recent arrest information including DUI arrests. This is updated regularly and can be searched for recent Anchorage area activity. For older records, the DPS also offers a self-service background check portal where individuals can request a review of their own criminal history on file with the state.

Alaska State Troopers Daily Dispatch posts recent arrest summaries, including DUI arrests in and around Anchorage, updated regularly by Alaska State Troopers.

The Daily Dispatch covers Troopers activity and supplements APD records for incidents occurring outside the city limits in surrounding areas.

DPS Self-Service Background Check allows individuals to request a review of their own DUI and criminal history on file with the Alaska Department of Public Safety.

This self-service tool is for personal records review. Third-party background check requests follow a different process through DPS.

Municipality of Anchorage DUI Records

For borough-level records, court filings, and related public documents covering Anchorage DUI cases, visit the main borough records page. Municipality of Anchorage DUI Records covers the full range of resources available at the municipal level, including court clerk information and additional search tools.

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