Requesting Assistance
When requesting assistance, the law enforcement agency should first contact the OCRCFL to discuss the request, and then carefully complete one of the following forms or letters —
Request Letter – Non-participating agencies should write a letter on their stationary that briefly explains the nature of the request. The letter must contain a supervising agent's signature, and can accompany the Service Request Form.
Service Request Form – Requests for assistance are accepted on a case-by-case basis from any law enforcement agency in the RCFL's service area. The RCFL prioritizes each request according to the nature of the crime and uses the Service Request form to monitor and track cases. Click here to read some helpful tips about submitting a request to an RCFL.
Evidence Custody Form - If the service request involves the submission of digital evidence, include this form along with the request letter to ensure the integrity of the evidence while in the RCFL's custody.