 What telephone numbers
do I call to reach the Police Department and other Municipal Offices?
- EMERGENCY Dial 911
- Non-emergency Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm call (541) 929-6911
- Municipal Court & Violations Bureau call (541) 929-5111
- All other municipal information
call (541) 929-6148
How do I obtain police/accident
reports?
Police and accident reports should be available within three working
days, excluding weekends and holidays. Reports are available at the police department
front counter, Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm. Please telephone (541) 929-6911 and ask to be
sure that your report is available prior to making your trip. There is a cost for all
reports, according to type and length. Ask for details when you call.
Does the Police Department offer fingerprinting services?
Fingerprinting services are available Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. Please
call (541) 929-6911 in advance and give us 30 minutes of warning before you arrive. There
is a fee and we request you do not fill out the fingerprint cards yourself.
Will the Police Department tell me if there is a warrant for my arrest?
Yes and we will advise you of how to take resolve the warrant issue.
What is the speed limit in
School Zones and how do I know when children are present?
The speed limits in school zones in the City of Philomath are 20mph.
Speed limits can vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, so watch for speed limit signs.
In 1997 the Oregon Legislature defined "When Children are present" to mean: when
it can be reasonable assumed that children are at school. It is important to understand
that you do not have to see the children and the law covers any school activity.
Does the Police Department concentrate
on certain roadways where speeding vehicles are a problem?
Yes, police units are assigned to enforcement details when
complaints are received about a specific area.
Do I have to appear in court on a traffic citation?
No, you may use one of the options on the backside of the citation
or contact the violation bureau at (541) 929-5111.
Do I have to register my
bicycle with the Police Department?
The City of Philomath requires that your bicycle be
registered. There is a five-dollar fee.
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