Chugach Census Area Recent Bookings
Recent bookings in the Chugach Census Area involve three city police departments - Cordova, Valdez, and Whittier - plus the Alaska State Troopers covering the broader region. This page covers how to search recent arrest records, access booking logs, check inmate custody status, and submit records requests for Cordova, Valdez, Whittier, and surrounding communities in the Chugach area.
Chugach Census Area Overview
Chugach Recent Bookings - Online Tools
The CourtView public access portal is free and covers Alaska court records from 1990 forward. It is the first place to check for recent booking-related case records in the Chugach area. Search by name or case number to find arraignment records, charges, hearing dates, and case outcomes for Cordova, Valdez, Whittier, and surrounding communities.
The Alaska State Troopers Daily Dispatch publishes nightly incident summaries by detachment. The Chugach Census Area falls under Detachment B (Southcentral). The dispatch is free and updated every evening. It covers AST arrests and incidents throughout the region, including areas outside city limits.
New criminal filings tied to recent arrests appear on the Alaska Court System's criminal charges report, which refreshes daily and shows filings for the prior seven days.
Cordova Police Department
The Cordova Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency for the city of Cordova. It operates around the clock and maintains a local jail with visitation hours for family members. Cordova PD handles arrests, investigations, and records for incidents within city limits.
The image below shows the Cordova Police Department page from the City of Cordova's website, which lists department contacts, services, and information about local law enforcement.
Visit the Cordova Police Department page for department contacts, services, and information about submitting records requests.
The page includes the department's dispatch number, fax, and crime tip line for public use.
| Address | 602 Railroad Ave (P.O. Box 1210), Cordova, AK 99574 |
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| Phone (24/7 Dispatch) | (907) 424-6100 |
| Fax | (907) 424-6120 |
| Crime Tip Line | (907) 424-8477 |
| Jail Visitation | Mon-Fri, 9 AM-9:30 PM (family only) |
To request arrest records from Cordova PD, submit a written request citing AS 40.25.100. Include the subject's name, date, and the type of record you need. Records tied to open cases may be withheld under AS 12.62 until the case is resolved.
Valdez Police Department
The Valdez Police Department handles law enforcement, bookings, and records for the city of Valdez. It operates a local jail with scheduled visitation hours. The Valdez PD publishes arrest records and incident reports as public records accessible by request under state law.
The image below is from the City of Valdez website, which covers Valdez Police Department contacts, arrest records procedures, and city services.
Visit the City of Valdez website for Valdez Police Department contacts, municipal code, and public records information.
The site includes links to police department contacts, public safety notices, and city administration.
| Address | 212 Chenega Ave (P.O. Box 307), Valdez, AK 99686 |
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| Phone (Non-emergency) | (907) 835-4560 |
| Fax | (907) 834-3412 |
| Jail Visitation | Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun: 3-4 PM and 8-9 PM |
Valdez PD handles arrest records and incident reports for the city. For records requests, contact the department directly at the address above. Reference AS 40.25.100 in your written request. Valdez arrest logs, when released, typically include name, charges, and date of arrest. The department can also confirm current jail roster status by phone.
Note: Valdez PD maintains a local jail. For inmate custody verification, call the Valdez Police Department directly at (907) 835-4560 rather than relying on VINE for very recent bookings.
Whittier Police Department
Whittier has its own police department handling arrests and records for this small community on Passage Canal. Whittier is accessible only by boat or through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel. Most felony cases are escalated to AST or prosecuted in Anchorage-area courts given the community's size.
| Address | 660 Whittier St (P.O. Box 687), Whittier, AK 99693 |
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| Phone | (907) 472-2340 |
| Fax | (907) 472-2344 |
For Whittier arrest records, contact the department at the number above or submit a written request by mail. Public records requests should cite AS 40.25.100. Case records for Whittier arrests also appear in CourtView under the appropriate court jurisdiction.
Alaska State Troopers in Chugach
Two AST posts cover the Chugach Census Area. They handle state-level enforcement, felony arrests, and incidents outside city limits throughout this mountainous coastal region.
The AST Cordova Post covers the eastern portion of the census area:
| Agency | AST Cordova Post |
|---|---|
| Phone | (907) 424-3184 |
| Fax | (907) 424-5454 |
The AST Valdez Post covers the northern and western portions:
| Agency | AST Valdez Post |
|---|---|
| Phone | (907) 835-4307 |
| Fax | (907) 835-5607 |
To get AST arrest records, submit a written request to the Alaska State Troopers Records and Identification Section in Anchorage. Include the subject's name, date of the incident, and your contact information. The Alaska Public Records Act guidelines explain the process and your rights if a request is denied.
Inmate Custody and VINE Search
There is no census-area-wide jail in the Chugach region. Cordova and Valdez each operate small local facilities for short-term holds. Sentenced inmates and longer-term pretrial detainees are typically transferred to state facilities, most often the Anchorage Correctional Complex.
To check custody status for someone who may have been arrested in the Chugach area, use the free VINE inmate notification system. VINE is available around the clock at 1-866-277-7477 and covers all Alaska DOC facilities. Search by name or DOC number. You can also sign up for custody alerts.
For very recent bookings not yet in the VINE system, call the Cordova PD at (907) 424-6100 or Valdez PD at (907) 835-4560 to check local custody status directly. Whittier PD at (907) 472-2340 can confirm Whittier-area holds. For state facility transfers, the Anchorage Correctional Complex can be reached at (907) 269-4100.
Warrants, Sex Offender Records, and Background Checks
The AST active warrants list is updated daily and includes outstanding warrants statewide. It covers individuals connected to Cordova, Valdez, Whittier, and the broader Chugach area. Download the list in CSV or PDF format and search by name. No account is needed.
The Alaska Sex Offender Registry is a free public database maintained by the Alaska Department of Public Safety. Search by name, address, or ZIP code to find registered offenders in Chugach communities. The registry includes photos, addresses, and offense information for all registered individuals in the state.
For a criminal history background check, the DPS self-service portal processes name-based checks for $20 and fingerprint-based checks for $35. Contact DPS Criminal Records at 5700 East Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99507, phone (907) 269-5767. Walk-in service is available Monday through Friday from 8:15 AM to 4 PM. Historical records predating 1990 can be found through the Alaska State Archives.
Cities in This Area
Valdez is the largest city in the Chugach Census Area and has a dedicated records access page with full law enforcement contact information.
Nearby Areas
These neighboring areas have their own pages covering local booking records and law enforcement access.