Petersburg Borough Phone Directory

The Petersburg Borough phone directory lists contacts for the courthouse, borough clerk, Alaska State Troopers, and other public offices in this Southeast Alaska community. Petersburg sits on Mitkof Island along the Inside Passage, and the borough includes the surrounding areas and nearby islands. It is a small borough with a close-knit community, but it still has its own court, its own clerk's office, and its own trooper post. This phone directory puts those key numbers in one place so you can find the right contact without searching through multiple websites or calling the wrong office first.

Petersburg Court Phone Numbers

The Petersburg Court is at 17 North Nordic Drive, Box 1009, Petersburg, AK 99833. The customer service line is (907) 772-3824. The fax number is (907) 772-3018. For record requests, email 1PEMailbox@akcourts.gov. The jury clerk can be reached at (907) 772-3826.

Business hours are different from most Alaska courts. The Petersburg court is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. The court is closed Friday afternoons. Weekend arraignments are at 10:30 a.m. and can be accessed by phone at 1-888-788-0099, Meeting ID 923 853 3061. The courthouse is closed to the public during weekend and holiday arraignments.

Filing works the same as other Alaska courts. Agencies and attorneys use TrueFiling for most criminal, civil, and small claims filings. Self-represented filers are encouraged to use TrueFiling too. The CourtView online tool lets you search case records for free by name or case number.

Petersburg Phone Directory for Borough Services

The Petersburg Borough clerk's office maintains official borough records and handles public records requests. The borough government provides local services including planning, public works, and emergency services. Contact the borough office for questions about ordinances, assembly meetings, or general government services.

Public records follow the Alaska Public Records Act at AS 40.25.100 through AS 40.25.295. You can inspect and copy public records during regular business hours. The borough may charge fees for copying and research time if a request is extensive. Most routine requests can be handled by phone or email for a small community like Petersburg.

The screenshot below shows the Petersburg Borough official website where you can find department contacts and local services.

This is the main site for finding phone numbers and information about Petersburg Borough government.

Petersburg Law Enforcement Phone Directory

The Alaska State Troopers maintain a presence in Petersburg. The trooper post phone number is (907) 772-3983. The fax is (907) 772-3906. For emergencies, dial 911. The troopers serve Petersburg and the surrounding borough area.

Criminal background checks are handled by the Alaska Department of Public Safety, Criminal Records and Identification Bureau at 5700 East Tudor Road, Anchorage, phone 907-269-5767. A name-based report costs $20 for the first copy. Walk-in hours in Anchorage are 8:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on weekdays. Two forms of ID are needed. Since most Petersburg residents would need to fly to Anchorage for a walk-in visit, phone and mail requests are more practical.

The Alaska Sex Offender Registry is searchable online for free through the Department of Public Safety website. You can look up registered offenders by name, community, or zip code without creating an account. This search tool covers all of Alaska and is updated regularly by the Department of Public Safety.

How to Request Records in Petersburg

Getting records from the Petersburg court or borough office starts with knowing which office holds what you need. Court records like case files, judgments, and filings go through the Petersburg court at (907) 772-3824 or by email to 1PEMailbox@akcourts.gov. Borough records like meeting minutes, ordinances, and permits go through the borough clerk. State records like criminal history reports or vital records go through the relevant state agency in Anchorage or Juneau.

When you request court records, you can search CourtView first to get the case number. Having the case number speeds up your request. The court can provide copies of documents from your case file. Fees may apply for copies. For borough records, the clerk can usually pull documents the same day for simple requests. Larger requests that take more than five person-hours in a month may come with research fees under the Alaska Public Records Act.

Mail and email are the most used methods for records requests in Petersburg since many requesters live outside the community. The court accepts requests by fax at (907) 772-3018 as well. Include as much detail as possible in your request to help staff find the right records quickly.

Property and Vital Records in Petersburg

Property records go through the Alaska Department of Natural Resources Recorder's Office at 550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 900, Anchorage, AK 99501, phone 907-269-8899. Search recorded documents online through the Alaska Land Records Information System at no cost. Recording fees are $20 for the first page and $5 for each additional page.

Birth and death certificates come from the Bureau of Vital Statistics in Juneau at 907-465-3391. Certified copies cost $30 for the first copy and $25 for each additional copy ordered at the same time. Processing by mail takes about four to six weeks. Voter registration is handled by the Alaska Division of Elections. Register online at voterregistration.alaska.gov or call the borough clerk for help.

State Agency Phone Numbers for Petersburg

The Alaska state portal lists all departments and their contact numbers. The Alaska Court System main line is 907-264-0514. The Department of Public Safety is at 907-269-5086. The Department of Law is at 907-465-3600 in Juneau. The Alaska Directory of State Officials can help you find the right person at any state agency. The Alaska State Archives maintains a list of records officers by agency for public records requests.

Since Petersburg is a small community, many state services are accessed by phone, mail, or online rather than in person. The Alaska Court System website has directory pages for every courthouse in the state, including filing instructions and contact information.

Nearby Borough Phone Directories

The Wrangell City and Borough is the nearest neighbor to the south. The City and Borough of Juneau is to the north. The Sitka City and Borough is across Baranof Island to the west. The Haines Borough is further north along the Inside Passage. Each of these areas has its own phone directory page with local contacts.

The Alaska Marine Highway ferry system connects Petersburg to these communities and is often the most practical way to travel between them. Ferry schedules and phone numbers are available on the Alaska Marine Highway website. Air service also connects Petersburg to Juneau and other Southeast Alaska communities on a daily basis.