Knik-Fairview Inmate Population Records
Knik-Fairview is an unincorporated community in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, and its inmate population is served by Alaska State Troopers and held at Mat-Su area facilities managed by the Alaska Department of Corrections. This page covers how to search Knik-Fairview inmate records using VINE, how to request arrest records through the Troopers, and how to access court records for cases originating in this community.
Knik-Fairview Overview
Knik-Fairview Inmate Population and Mat-Su Facilities
Knik-Fairview is part of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough and doesn't have its own incorporated city government or municipal police force. Law enforcement in Knik-Fairview comes from the Alaska State Troopers, who cover unincorporated communities throughout the Mat-Su region. People arrested in Knik-Fairview are typically booked into one of the Mat-Su area Alaska DOC facilities.
The Mat-Su Pretrial Facility is the primary short-term holding facility for the area. It's at 339 East Dogwood Avenue, Palmer, AK 99645, and can be reached at (907) 745-0943. This facility handles pretrial detainees from Knik-Fairview and the surrounding Mat-Su communities. For sentenced inmates or those requiring more than pretrial housing, the Palmer Correctional Center at Glen Highway Mile 58, Palmer, (907) 745-5054, is also in the area.
The Goose Creek Correctional Center in nearby Wasilla is another significant facility serving the Mat-Su Borough inmate population. It's located at 22301 West Alsop Road, Wasilla, AK 99623, with a phone number of (907) 864-8100. Goose Creek houses minimum and medium security inmates and is one of the larger DOC facilities in the state. Knik-Fairview arrestees may end up at any of these facilities depending on the charges and available space.
The fastest way to find out where a specific person is held is through the free VINELink system. VINE searches across all Alaska DOC facilities statewide. Enter a name or DOC ID number to see current custody status. VINE is available 24 hours a day at no cost. You can also call 1-800-247-9763 for phone access, or 1-866-847-1298 for TTY.
Note: Knik-Fairview is unincorporated, so there is no local police department or municipal jail. All law enforcement goes through Alaska State Troopers.
Alaska State Troopers and Knik-Fairview Arrest Records
Alaska State Troopers handle all law enforcement in Knik-Fairview. When Troopers make an arrest in this community, that booking record enters the statewide Alaska criminal justice database and is available through the normal record request channels. Troopers don't maintain a public-facing booking log, but arrest records can be requested through the Alaska DPS Records and Identification Bureau.
The DPS R&I Bureau is at 5700 East Tudor Road, Anchorage, and can be reached at (907) 269-5767. A name-based criminal history check costs $20. A fingerprint-based check costs $35. Both are available to any member of the public under Alaska Statute 12.62.160. These checks return full Alaska criminal history, including any arrests made in Knik-Fairview or elsewhere in the state.
Knik-Fairview is one of the larger unincorporated communities in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, with law enforcement provided by Alaska State Troopers and corrections services through Alaska DOC facilities in Palmer and Wasilla.
For incident reports or specific arrest records from Knik-Fairview, you can submit a request in writing to the DPS Records Section. Provide the full name of the individual, approximate date of the arrest, and any other identifying information you have. The agency must respond within 10 working days under the Alaska Public Records Act.
How to Look Up Knik-Fairview Inmate Records
For Knik-Fairview inmate population searches, VINE is the first tool to use. It gives you real-time custody status for anyone in Alaska DOC custody. You can register online at VINELink.com or call 1-800-247-9763. The system is free and anonymous. Register your notification preferences and you'll be alerted automatically if someone's status changes.
For court records tied to Knik-Fairview cases, use Alaska CourtView. Knik-Fairview is in the Third Judicial District, which covers the Mat-Su area. CourtView is a free search tool run by the Alaska Court System. It shows case filings, charges, scheduled hearings, and outcomes by name or case number. It won't show you current custody, but it shows the full court record for cases that have been filed.
For more detailed criminal history, the DPS R&I Bureau at (907) 269-5767 handles formal requests. A name check covers all Alaska arrests and convictions, including those from Mat-Su area Trooper activity. This is the most complete source for someone's Alaska-wide criminal record.
Note: Because Knik-Fairview is unincorporated, there is no local court or police records office. All record requests go through state-level agencies or Mat-Su Borough offices.
Alaska Public Records Act in the Mat-Su Region
Records involving Knik-Fairview law enforcement and inmate population data are governed by the Alaska Public Records Act (AS 40.25.100-295). This law applies to all Alaska government agencies, including state-level agencies like Alaska State Troopers and Alaska DOC. It gives the public the right to request and inspect most government records.
Agencies must respond within 10 working days. Some records are exempt, including active investigation files, juvenile records, and certain victim information. If your request is denied, the agency must explain which legal exemption applies. You have the right to appeal a denial.
For a comprehensive breakdown of your rights under the APRA, consult the Reporter's Guide to Alaska Public Records. This guide covers what types of records are public, how to format a request, and what to do if an agency doesn't comply. The full Alaska Statutes are also searchable online if you need the exact statutory language.
VINE Victim Notification for Knik-Fairview Cases
Anyone tracking a Knik-Fairview inmate can use the free VINE notification system. The Alaska VINE program is operated through the Violent Crimes Compensation Board and covers all Alaska DOC facilities. Register by name or ID number to get automatic alerts when someone's custody status changes. Notifications arrive by phone, text, or email based on your preference.
The DOC Victim Services Unit is also available to help with notification registration at 877-741-0741. This unit can assist with questions about specific Knik-Fairview cases and help victims navigate the notification system. VINE is anonymous, so you don't need to explain your reason for registering.
The Alaska Violent Crimes Compensation Board manages the VINE notification program, which allows anyone to track Knik-Fairview inmate population status at no cost.
CourtView and Knik-Fairview Court Case Records
Knik-Fairview cases are filed in the Third Judicial District, which includes the Mat-Su area. The Palmer District Court and Palmer Superior Court handle most criminal matters from the Knik-Fairview area. Alaska CourtView lets you search these cases by name or case number at no charge. The system is maintained by the Alaska Court System and is publicly accessible online.
CourtView shows charges, hearing dates, and dispositions. For closed Knik-Fairview cases, the full record is archived and searchable. For copies of specific documents, contact the Palmer Clerk of Court. Copies are available for a fee. If the case involved an appeal, the Alaska Court of Appeals or Supreme Court records may also be relevant, and those are searchable through the same court system website.
Matanuska-Susitna Borough Inmate Population
Knik-Fairview is part of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, which covers a large area of Southcentral Alaska. The borough-level page has broader information on Mat-Su correctional facilities, law enforcement contacts, and records resources for the full Matanuska-Susitna area.
Nearby Cities
Several nearby Mat-Su communities use the same Alaska State Troopers and DOC resources as Knik-Fairview.