Unalaska Criminal Records Database

Unalaska, which includes Dutch Harbor, sits at the far end of the Aleutian chain and serves as the primary judicial hub for the Aleutians West Census Area. Felony records from Unalaska are filed in the Third Judicial District and are open to the public through Alaska CourtView. The city has its own police department and a local courthouse at 204 West Broadway. This page covers how to search Unalaska felony records, who to contact, and what state tools are available to access criminal case history for this part of Alaska.

Unalaska Felony Cases on CourtView

Alaska's free court search tool, CourtView, gives you public access to felony cases filed in Unalaska. The image below comes directly from the CourtView portal, where you can search by name, case number, or location to pull up felony records from the Unalaska courthouse.

CourtView is updated regularly and shows charge details, hearing schedules, and case outcomes for all Unalaska felony cases in the Third Judicial District. No registration is needed. To narrow results to Unalaska, select the Unalaska location filter when running your search.

The Unalaska and Dutch Harbor Court at 204 West Broadway is the courthouse of record for this region. It handles both Superior and District Court matters, making it the primary judicial hub for all felony cases in the Aleutians West Census Area. The court's direct line is (907) 581-1379. Document copies cost $5 for the first page and $0.25 per page after that.

Alaska Court System Search Tools

In addition to CourtView's case search, the Alaska Court System provides a broader search interface at courts.alaska.gov. The image below is from that portal, which links to all case search tools available to the public.

This page consolidates tools for searching criminal cases, checking attorney records, and finding court locations like the Unalaska courthouse. It is a good starting point if you are not sure which tool to use for a specific type of record request.

Felony charges in Alaska are defined under AS 11.81. Class A felonies carry the highest penalties and show up clearly in CourtView search results. Class B and C felonies are also searchable. Any conviction entered in Unalaska court will appear in a statewide criminal history report and in CourtView unless it has been sealed by a court order.

Unalaska Police Department

The Unalaska Police Department is the local law enforcement agency serving both the City of Unalaska and Dutch Harbor. Their physical address is 29 Safety Way, Unalaska AK 99685, and their non-emergency line is (907) 581-1234. When a felony occurs in Unalaska, UPD takes the report and initiates the booking and charging process. The resulting court filings become part of the public record accessible through CourtView.

The Unalaska PD covers a compact but busy jurisdiction. Dutch Harbor is one of the busiest fishing ports in the country, and the police department handles a wide range of incidents. If you need a police report tied to a felony case, contact UPD directly. They can advise on the proper records request process for reports generated by their department.

For incidents that go to trial, the Unalaska courthouse at 204 West Broadway handles all Superior and District Court proceedings for the Aleutians West Census Area. Given the remote location, CourtView is the most practical way for people outside Unalaska to check on case status without traveling to the courthouse.

Note: Unalaska is geographically isolated, so most records requests are best handled by phone or online rather than in person.

Background Checks and Criminal History

The Alaska DPS background check portal is the main tool for certified criminal history reports covering Unalaska felony convictions. A name-based check costs $20. A fingerprint-based check costs $35 and is more accurate when common names are involved. Both options cover convictions statewide, so any Unalaska felony case with a final disposition will appear in the results.

The DPS also operates an online self-service portal for name-based checks. The DPS self-service background check system lets individuals or authorized parties submit a request electronically and receive results by email. This is useful for people who cannot travel to an office to complete the process in person, which is a real consideration for Unalaska residents given the city's remote location.

• Name-based check: $20, online or in person
• Fingerprint check: $35, required for some licensing purposes
• CourtView felony search: free, searchable by name or case number
• Unalaska court clerk: (907) 581-1379, 204 West Broadway
• Unalaska Police Department: (907) 581-1234

Sex Offender Registry

Alaska requires felony sex offense convictions to be registered publicly under AS 12.63.010. The Alaska Sex Offender Registry is searchable by name, address, or zip code. Registered offenders in Unalaska will appear under Unalaska or Dutch Harbor addresses. The registry includes the offense, conviction date, current status, and a photo when one is on file. It is maintained by DPS and updated on a rolling basis.

VINE Victim Notification

Victims of felony crimes in Unalaska can use the VINE system to monitor custody status for the person who harmed them. VINE sends alerts by phone, text, or email when a change occurs, such as a release, transfer, or escape. Register at VINELink or call 1-800-247-9763. The service costs nothing and runs at all hours. This is particularly useful for Unalaska because the remote location makes it harder to check in person with local detention facilities.

Alaska Statutes and Public Records Law

Alaska's public records law at AS 40.25.110 establishes the public's right to access government records, including felony court filings. Criminal history record access falls under AS 12.62. Both statutes are searchable on the Alaska Legislature's site. The Self-Help Center has plain-language guides for understanding how to read court records and what the different parts of a criminal case file mean.

Court forms for records-related requests are available at courts.alaska.gov/forms. The Unalaska clerk can help with specific document requests during business hours.

Nearby Cities

Unalaska is one of the most isolated cities in Alaska. There are no other qualifying cities nearby that have pages in this directory.

Aleutians West Census Area Records

All Unalaska felony cases fall under the Aleutians West Census Area. That page has more detail on the broader court and records system serving this part of Western Alaska.