- When making a call from my cellular phone, to which 911 location will my call go?
The Hamilton County Communications Tower is closest to your location. Always be sure to give your location when calling from your car.
- How can I protest a parking or traffic ticket?
You may appear in person on the Court date given on your Citation.
- Why does it take longer for the police to respond to certain calls?
All requests for police services are prioritized based on the seriousness of the incident and the potential for injury or damage to property. Occasionally, less serious calls must be delayed so that we can respond immediately to emergencies.
- Why am I asked so many questions when I call the police?
Dispatchers are trained to gather as much information as possible in order to determine the nature and seriousness of the problem. On emergency calls, the dispatcher will relay information to the officer while asking you additional questions.
- Can I have the police department run a tag, check a driver's license, or see if there is a warrant for someone?
Absolutely not. Ohio regulations prohibit the Police Department from sharing information from the statewide RCIC/NCIC computer system with non law enforcement personnel. The Police Department can be fined and/or lose its terminal for violating these regulations.
- Can the police open my car if I have locked my keys inside?
Unfortunately, because of the potential for damage to vehicles, the Police Department does not open locked vehicles. We will assist you by contacting a locksmith for you if you wish. If a child is locked inside the vehicle, the Fire Department will respond to remove the child from the vehicle. This may require the breaking of a window.
- Someone has abandoned a junk car in my parking lot or on my property. Can the police tow it away for me?
Call a wrecker service in your area and the vehicle will be towed away at no cost to you. The wrecker service will notify the owners once they have determined ownership. The Police Department can only have vehicles towed that are on public property unless they are stolen or evidence in a crime.
- How can I find out if someone is in jail
Contact the Hamilton County Justice Center directory at (513) 946-6139.
- Where do I go to pay my traffic citation?
Traffic Citations are processed through the Elmwood Place Clerk of Court's Office. You may pay your traffic citation at the Police Department when the Clerks Office is closed, if you have any questions about paying for a traffic citation please contact the Clerk's Office or the Police Department directly at (513) 242-0756 or (513)242-0754.
- Can I make a police report at any time of day and do I need to make an appointment?
The Police Department will respond 24 hours a day, seven days a week to requests for police assistance. The phone number for non-emergency assistance is (513) 242-0754 or (513) 615-3100.
- Can I make a police report over the telephone or does a police officer have to come to my house?
Reports can’t be taken over the telephone, all reports will require an officer to respond or the complainant may file a report at the Police Department.
- We have a problem with speeders in our neighborhood. What can we do about it?
Call the Police Department, ask to speak to a Shift Supervisor and request that this area be placed on selective enforcement.
- Should I report suspicious activity in my neighborhood?
Absolutely! The Police Department depends on citizens calling to report crimes or suspicious activity. You will be asked questions about the activity to determine its nature for descriptions of the people involved. You may be asked if you would like an officer to contact you, however, you may remain anonymous if you wish.