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1. How do I obtain a Criminal Background check?

Ionia D.P.S. does not do background checks, but they may be done through the Michigan State Police website with the Internet Criminal History Access Tool.

2. Where do I pay a parking ticket?

Parking tickets issued by Ionia D.P.S. are to be paid at Ionia City Hall, 114 N. Kidd St., or they can be put in the drop box in front of City Hall, or they can be mailed. If you wish to contest a parking ticket you must come to Ionia D.P.S. for documentation and procedural instructions.

3. How can I obtain a permit to purchase a hand gun?

If you are a resident of the City of Ionia you may obtain a permit at the Department of Public Safety during regular business hours which are Monday – Friday from 8:00 am – 12:00 noon and 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm. A test and background check will be conducted prior to receiving a Permit to Purchase.

4. How do I obtain an accident report?

A copy of an accident report may be obtained Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 12:00 noon and 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm at Ionia D.P.S. There is a $3 charge for each accident report. You may also purchase an accident report online with the Traffic Crash Purchasing System.

5. How do I get a burn permit?

To get a burn permit contact Ionia D.P.S. between the hours of 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday – Friday, and Ionia County Central Dispatch (616) 527-0400 for after hours and weekends. Burn permits are good for the day requested only and may be denied depending on the environmental conditions (windy, dry, etc.)

6. Where do I call if I need a Police Officer?

If it is an emergency call 911. For non-emergency assistance call 616-527-0400.

7. How do I obtain a copy of a police report?

To get a copy of a police report, you may come to the Ionia D.P.S. and fill out a Freedom of Information request form or mail or fax a request. Following the Freedom of Information Act, the request will be granted or denied within five days of the request date.

8. How can I get a P.B.T. (Preliminary Breath Test)?

Officers will administer P.B.T.s Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm with the exception of Holidays. After hours and weekends will be given at the following times: 7:00 am – 7:15 am, 11:00 am – 11:15 am, 3:00 pm – 3:15 pm, 7:00 pm – 7:15 pm, 11:00 pm – 11:15 pm, and 3:00 am – 3:15 am.

9. What is the I.S.O. (Insurance Services Office) rating?

Effective since May 1, 2006, the City of Ionia has been reclassified as a Class 4 from the previous designation of a Class 6. Ionia and Easton Townships now have a rating of 4 / 8B, down from their previous rating of 6 / 9. These rating improvements help save homeowners on their insurance premiums.

10. How do I check the Sex Offender Registry?

View the Michigan Public Sex Offender Registry

11. How do I get a vehicle out of impound?

The registered owner of the vehicle must come to Ionia D.P.S. and obtain a Vehicle Release Form. A form of picture identification, registration, and proof of insurance for the vehicle must be presented. Vehicles cannot be released from the towing company without the Vehicle Release Form.

12. Do I need a burn permit for a recreational fire?

A burn permit is not required for a recreational burn, but Ionia D.P.S. requests that they be contacted so they are aware of it.

To contact Ionia DPS please call (616) 527-4431.