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Nome Census Area at a glance

State
Alaska
Census Area seat
Nome
Population
10,000
Area
28,000 sq mi
Founded
1901
Cities and towns
13

Nome Census Area offices and records

Law Enforcement & Arrests. The Nome Alaska State Trooper Post can be reached at 907-443-2835 and is located at 206 West 5th Avenue, Nome, AK 99762. Within the city limits, the Nome Police Department provides municipal law enforcement services and can be contacted at 907-443-5262, with offices at 102 Front Street. The Anvil Mountain Correctional Center, operated by the Alaska Department of Corrections, serves as Nome Countyal detention facility and can be contacted at 907-443-2241. Several Alaska Native tribal police departments operate within Nome Census Area under Public Law 93-638 compacts, including village public safety officers (VPSOs) in outlying communities.

Election administration for the Nome Census Area is conducted by the Alaska Division of Elections, with regional services provided through the Nome Field Office. The Division of Elections can be contacted at 907-465-4611 or toll-free at 1-866-952-8683, with the main website at elections.alaska.gov. Property and land recording functions in the Nome Census Area are handled by the Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Mining, Land and Water, Nome Recording District. The Nome Recording District office is located at 113 Front Street, P.O. Box 1349, Nome, AK 99762, and can be reached at 907-443-2830. The Second Judicial District of Alaska serves the Nome Census Area, with the Nome Superior Court and District Court located at 113 Front Street, P.O. Box 1110, Nome, AK 99762. The court can be reached at 907-443-5216. The Alaska Department of Natural Resources maintains the Alaska Land Records Information System, but full online access varies by district. The City of Nome Assessor's Office, located at 102 Front Street, Nome, AK 99762 (907-443-6663), maintains property tax assessment records for properties within city limits.

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Where can I find mugshots or booking photos in Nome Borough, Alaska?

Mugshots and booking photos in Nome Borough, Alaska, can be obtained from the Nome Police Department. They maintain records of arrests and may provide access to booking photos upon request. For online access, check the Alaska Department of Public Safety's website, which may have relevant information or links to request these records.

How do I get a criminal background check in Nome Borough, Alaska?

To obtain a criminal background check in Nome Borough, Alaska, you should contact the Alaska Department of Public Safety's Criminal Records and Identification Bureau. They handle background checks for the state and provide detailed instructions on how to request one. You can submit your request online or by mail, and there may be a fee associated with obtaining the report.

How can I look up sex offenders in Nome Borough, Alaska?

You can look up sex offenders in Nome Borough, Alaska, by accessing the Alaska Sex Offender Registry. This registry is maintained by the Alaska Department of Public Safety and provides a searchable online database. You can search by name, location, or other criteria to find information about registered sex offenders in the area.

How do I register to vote in Nome, Alaska?

Voter registration for Nome residents is handled by the Alaska Division of Elections. You can register online at voterregistration.alaska.gov, by mail, or in person at the Nome election office at 113 Front Street. The registration deadline is 30 days before any election, though same-day registration is available during the early voting period starting 15 days before Election Day. All registered voters in Alaska are eligible to request an absentee ballot for any reason, with applications available at elections.alaska.gov.

How do I look up property records in Nome, Alaska?

Property recording records are maintained by the Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Nome Recording District office at 113 Front Street, Nome, AK 99762 (907) 443-2830). This office holds deeds, mortgages, liens, and plat maps for the recording district. Property tax assessment records for properties within Nome city limits are available through the Nome Borough Assessor at City Hall, 102 Front Street (907) 443-6663). Currently, free online property record searches are not available; records must be searched in person or requested by mail with appropriate fees.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Nome, Alaska?

Birth and death certificates for events in Nome are maintained by the Alaska Bureau of Vital Statistics in Juneau. Certificates can be ordered online through VitalChek at alaska.gov/dph/vitalstats, by mail to 5441 Commercial Boulevard, Juneau, AK 99801, or in person at state vital records offices. Birth certificates cost $30 for the first copy and death certificates are also $30. Processing takes 4-6 weeks for mail orders, with expedited service available online for additional fees. Valid government-issued photo ID and proof of relationship are required under Alaska Statute 18.50.310.

How do I find business license records in Nome, Alaska?

Business entity registrations for Alaska can be searched free online through the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing at commerce.alaska.gov/cbp/main. This database includes corporations, LLCs, partnerships, and professional licenses. Local Nome business licenses are issued by the City of Nome Clerk's Office at 102 Front Street (907) 443-6663). DBA (fictitious name) registrations are filed with the state Division of Corporations. For businesses operating on Alaska Native corporation lands, contact the Bering Straits Native Corporation for additional requirements.

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