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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the process for someone who is arrested in Valley, Douglas County, Nebraska to go through the jail and court system?
If you are arrested in the City of Valley, Nebraska, you will be transported to the Douglas County Jail for booking and processing. During booking, officers will record your personal information, take fingerprints and photographs, and log personal belongings. After booking, you may be held pending arraignment before the Douglas County Court. Under Nebraska law, you have the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney; if you cannot afford legal representation, a public defender will be appointed. Bail may be set at arraignment depending on the charges, your criminal history, and flight risk. Criminal history records are maintained by the Nebraska State Patrol. The Douglas County Sheriff's Office maintains an online inmate roster at https://www.corrections.nebraska.gov/public-information/offender-search/ where you can look up current detainees.
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Where is the nearest fingerprinting office located in Valley, Douglas County, Nebraska?
Fingerprinting services for Valley, Nebraska residents are provided at the Valley Police Department, which serves Douglas County. Fingerprinting is required for a variety of purposes, including pre-employment background checks, professional licensing (nursing, teaching, law, real estate), volunteer work with children or the elderly, immigration and naturalization applications, firearm purchases, and FBI Identity History Summary requests. To schedule fingerprinting, call the Valley Police Department at (402) or visit in person. Bring a valid, government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport) and any required agency forms. Fingerprint cards are typically forwarded to the Nebraska State Patrol for processing. For statewide fingerprint-based background checks, visit the Nebraska State Patrol at https://nsp.nebraska.gov/criminal-identification-records-unit/.
Last reviewed: Mar 25, 2026 Updated: Mar 25, 2026