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What number do I call for the Police Department if it's not an emergency?: Call our non-emergency telephone number at (302) 366-7111.

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1. What number do I call for the Police Department if it's not an emergency?: Call our non-emergency telephone number at (302) 366-7111.

2. How do I inform the Police Department of any tips on drug/crime activities?: Please see our tips page for methods of providing information about crimes or drug incidents to the Newark Police Department.

3. How can I obtain a police report?: Information about police reports can be found here.

4. What information can you provide about the training Newark Police receive in use of force and de-escalation?: For information about this topic, click here.

5. Can I find out if an area I'm planning to move into is safe?: A list of calls for service for a particular area can be supplied upon request. Contact our Crime Prevention Officer at (302) 366-7100, x. 3443. You can also view the City of Newark's public crime map webpage.

6. Can I schedule a tour of your facility?: Tours of the Police Department are conducted on an appointment basis. Please contact the Crime Prevention Officer at (302) 366-7100, x. 3443.

7. How do I obtain a parking permit for my street?: Residential parking permits are obtained through the Newark Parking Division.

8. Does your department do fingerprints for employment?: No. All requests for fingerprinting for employment or other purposes should be directed to the State Bureau of Identification at (302) 739-2528. Additional information can be found here.

9. Can I hire an off-duty police officer for an event?: Off-duty Newark Police Officers can be hired to perform various functions. More information about hiring off-duty officers can be found here.