FOIA – Police Department
The Lake Orion Police Department is committed to transparency and timely access to public records. Under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act (MCL 15.231 et seq.), individuals may request copies of police-related records such as incident reports, accident reports, body-worn camera footage, in-car video, photographs, or other releasable documents maintained by LOPD.
To streamline the process, the Police Department has a dedicated Police FOIA Coordinator responsible for receiving, reviewing, and responding to all police records requests.
How to Submit a Police FOIA Request
You may submit your request in any of the following ways:
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Email: Complete the Police FOIA Request Form and email it to
Records [at] lakeorionpolice.org -
In Person: Forms may be submitted at the
Police Records Desk
Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Police FOIA Request Form
Use the link below to access the form required for all police-related FOIA requests:
What Can Be Requested
Commonly requested police records include:
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Incident and accident reports
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Body-worn camera and in-car video recordings
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Photographs, audio files, and digital evidence
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Records of calls for service
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Other documents maintained by the Police Department that are subject to disclosure under FOIA
Please note that some records may require redactions or may be exempt from release as permitted by state law.
Processing & Fees
All requests are processed in accordance with Michigan FOIA timelines and fee requirements. If costs apply, you will be notified before work is completed. The FOIA Coordinator will communicate directly with you regarding the status and any additional steps needed to fulfill your request.