Wrangell City and Borough, Alaska Public Records

About Wrangell City and Borough

Established 1834

Population 2,400 residents

County Seat Wrangell

Area 2,541 square miles

Wrangell County does not exist as a legal entity in Alaska. Wrangell County commonly referenced is the City and Borough of Wrangell, a unified home rule borough located in Southeast Alaska along the Alaska Panhandle. Wrangell includes approximately 2,556 square miles, with the community situated on the northern tip of Wrangell Island. As of the 2020 Census, the population was approximately 2,400 residents. The borough seat is the city of Wrangell, one of the oldest non-Native settlements in Alaska, founded in 1834. Wrangell County is characterized by temperate rainforest, rugged mountains including portions of the Stikine-LeConte Wilderness, and extensive coastline along the Eastern Passage and Zimovia Strait. Major landmarks include the Anan Wildlife Observatory, Petroglyph Beach State Historic Park with ancient Tlingit rock carvings, and the Stikine River Delta. The economy traditionally relies on timber, fishing, and increasingly tourism. The City and Borough of Wrangell operates as a consolidated government with a Borough Manager and Assembly. The Borough Clerk's office is located at 205 Brueger Street, Wrangell, AK 99929. The Assessing Department handles property valuations at the same address. Public records functions are distributed among borough departments rather than traditional county offices, reflecting Alaska's unique borough system established under the Alaska Constitution.

205 Brueger Street, Wrangell, AK 99929

Sheriff, Police & Law Enforcement

Law Enforcement & Arrests

Requests for arrest records should be submitted in writing to Wrangell Police Department, with fees applicable for copying and research time.
Mugshots and booking photos may be obtained through public records requests to the police department, though online databases are not routinely maintained at the local level.

215 Front Street, Wrangell City and City and Borough, AK 99929

Criminal, Arrest & Jail Records

Criminal Records

Criminal records in Wrangell County, AK are maintained by local law enforcement agencies and the court system. Background checks are typically obtained through state-level repositories or authorized vendors. For an authoritative source, see Alaska Criminal Court Records | AlaskaCourtRecords. ....

Arrest Records

Arrest records in Wrangell County, AK are public under most state public-records laws unless sealed or expunged by a court. They are maintained by the arresting agency, primarily the County Sheriff's Office and municipal police departments.

Jail & Inmate Records

The Wrangell County jail is operated by the County Sheriff's Office and houses pretrial detainees and short-sentence inmates. Inmate locator tools allow public searches by name or booking number.

Look up current inmates and booking information at Wrangell County Jail, AK Inmate Search, Mailing and Visitation Rules.
Sheriff's Office: City And Borough Of Wrangell Sheriff's Office - Wrangell, AK (Address and Phone).
The bond and bail process allows for the release of detainees under conditions set by the court; inquiries about recently arrested individuals can be directed to the jail's administrative office.

Courts & Case Records

The Alaska Court System maintains CourtView, a free online case search portal at https://records.courts.alaska.gov/eaccess, where users can search civil, criminal, probate, and family law cases by name or case number.
Certified copies of court documents can be requested from the Wrangell Clerk of Court at the above address, with fees of $5 for the first page and $2 for each additional page, plus a $5 certification fee.
Traffic citations and minor infractions are processed through the District Court.
The court accepts online payments for certain fees through the Alaska Court System website.

215 Front Street, Wrangell, AK 99929

Property & Public Records

Property records for Wrangell County, Alaska are recorded by the Alaska State Recorder's Office (Department of Natural Resources), not at the borough or municipality level. Alaska is divided into 34 recording districts administered by the state.

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Vital Records

Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.

VitalChek offers online ordering at https://www.vitalchek.com with additional service fees and faster processing.
Couples must apply in person, pay a $60 fee (as of 2024), and observe a three-day waiting period unless waived.

5441 Commercial Boulevard, Juneau, AK 99801

205 Brueger Street, Wrangell City and City and Borough, AK 99929

Business & Licensing

Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.

The Alaska Business Entity Search is available at https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/cbp/main/search/entities, providing free lookup of corporations, LLCs, partnerships, and other registered business entities.
This database includes business status, registered agent, formation date, and filing history.
Zoning questions and land use permits are processed through the Planning Department at the same number.
The Wrangell Chamber of Commerce, located at the Nolan Center at 296 Campbell Drive, provides business support services and maintains a business directory at www.wrangellchamber.org.

205 Brueger Street, Wrangell City and City and Borough, AK 99929

Official Government Resources

Alaska Criminal Court SystemElectronic access to criminal and civil case filings.

Alaska Background Check RequestsFingerprint and name-based searches of Alaska's criminal central depository.

Alaska Inmate and Corrections RecordsRequest records of inmates incarcerated in Alaska.

Alaska Most WantedCurrent posting of fugitives and absconders from the Division of Alaska State Troopers.

Alaska Sex OffendersSearch the Alaska Dept. of Public Safety database of registered offenders by name or location.

Alaska State TroopersAlaska State Troopers, traffic incident crash reports.

Alaska Department of Fish and GameFishing licenses, hunting licenses and more.

Alaska Attorney GeneralCivil, criminal and appellate courts.

Alaska State Defense ForcePublic safety, disaster preparedness and more.

Recorder's office, Alaska Department of Natural ResourcesLook up property records by Name Search, Date Search, Plat Number Search, Survey Search, MTRS Search, Subdivision Search, No Plat Subdivision Search, Document Number Search, Document Type Search, Book and Page Search, Doc.Input/UnverifiedStatus.

Alaska Free Business License SearchAlaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development official site. This database includes over 100,000 state business licenses issued by the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing. Types include sole.

Alaska Occupational Licensing VerificationVerify professional licenses instantly online statewide in Alaska.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I search for someone recently arrested in Wrangell Borough, Alaska?

To search for someone recently arrested in Wrangell Borough, Alaska, you can contact Wrangell Police Department. They manage the local jail facility where arrestees are initially held. For an inmate lookup, you may call the police department directly at their non-emergency number or visit in person to request information. Currently, there is no online inmate search portal specifically for Wrangell Borough, so direct contact is necessary.

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

Mugshots or booking photos from Wrangell Borough, Alaska, can be obtained through the Wrangell Police Department. They maintain records of recent arrests and bookings. While there is no dedicated online portal for accessing these photos, you can request them directly from the police department by visiting their office or calling their administrative line.

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

To obtain a criminal background check in Wrangell Borough, Alaska, you should contact the Alaska Department of Public Safety, Criminal Records and Identification Bureau. They handle background checks for the state. You can submit a request online through their website or send a request by mail. Local assistance can also be sought from the Wrangell Police Department for guidance on the process.

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

To look up sex offenders in Wrangell Borough, Alaska, you can use the Alaska Sex Offender Registry. This registry is maintained by the Alaska Department of Public Safety and provides an online search tool to locate registered sex offenders by name or location. The database is regularly updated to ensure accurate information is available to the public.

How do I register to vote in Wrangell, Alaska?

Voter registration for Wrangell residents is managed through the Alaska Division of Elections. You can register online at https://voterregistration.alaska.gov/, in person at the Wrangell Borough Clerk's office at 205 Brueger Street, or by mailing a completed voter registration form. The deadline to register is 30 days before any election. Absentee ballots are available to all voters without an excuse requirement; applications can be submitted online or through the borough clerk.

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

Property records in Wrangell are maintained by the Borough Clerk and Assessing Department at 205 Brueger Street, Wrangell, AK 99929, phone (907) 874-2381. Recorded land documents including deeds, mortgages, and liens are filed with the clerk, while property tax assessments and ownership information are handled by the assessor. The borough does not currently offer a online property search portal; most requests require contacting the office by phone, mail, or in-person visit. Fees apply for certified copies of recorded documents.

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

Birth and death certificates for events in Wrangell are obtained through the Alaska Bureau of Vital Statistics, 5441 Commercial Boulevard, Juneau, AK 99801, phone (907) 465-3391. Certified copies cost $30 for the first copy and $25 for each additional copy ordered simultaneously. Applications can be submitted by mail using state forms available at http://dhss.alaska.gov/dph/VitalStats/, or online through VitalChek at https://www.vitalchek.com for faster processing with additional fees. Typical processing time is 4-6 weeks for mail requests.

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

Local business licenses for Wrangell are issued by the Borough Clerk at 205 Brueger Street, phone (907) 874-2381. For state-level business entity information including corporations, LLCs, and DBAs, use the Alaska Business Entity Search at https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/cbp/main/search/entities. This free online database provides business registration status, registered agent details, and formation dates. Professional licenses are searchable through the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing website.

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