Frequently Asked Questions

Making a Report                           

·          How do I report a crime?

·          How do I report a traffic accident?

·          How do I make a counter report?

·          How do I report a stolen bicycle?

Traffic Questions                        

·          I lost/have a question about my traffic citation.

·          How do I get my vehicle out of impound?

·          What do I do if I receive a parking ticket?

·          What should I do if I have been involved in a collision?

·          How can I obtain a copy of a traffic collision report?

·          Can I place cones in the street or a "Children at Play" sign in the street?

·          What can I do about speeding cars?

·          What do I do to contest a parking citation?

·          What if I want to contest a traffic citation?

·          How do I register my bicycle?

·          Is it okay to ride a bike on a sidewalk?

·          Who has to wear a helmet?

·          Does my child have to use a car seat?

·          Are motorized scooters legal?

·          Can you tow a vehicle on private property?

·          Do you take collision reports in parking lots and other "private property?"

Property & Evidence                 

·          How long property is held?

·          How do I arrange for the release of MY property?

·          How do I get my property back?

·          Do I have to turn in “Found Property?”

·          What happens to unclaimed property/evidence?

·          How can I get my firearm(s) released to me?

·          What if my bike gets lost or stolen?

Alarm Ordinance                   

·          Why are you billing for false alarms?

·          Do I have to register my alarm, and what does it cost?

·          Where can I read the ordinance? 

·          What is the definition of a false alarm?

·          My alarm is brand new, is there a grace period?

·          How can I prevent false alarms?

·          What happens if I don’t pay?

·          How do I appeal if I think the bill is wrong or unfair?

·          Who can I talk to about my bill?

·          Do other cities do this?

·          Shouldn't the police respond to every alarm?