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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to walk on campus at night?
Yes, provided you take some simple steps to enhance your safety. First be alert to suspicious people or circumstances. If something or someone doesn't seem right to you, go to a well-lit, populated area and notify the police. Travel in well lit, well traveled areas and try not to walk alone. Familiarize yourself with the locations of the courtesy phones around campus - if you ever have a problem go to one of these and dial 9-911. Also remember that most crimes that occur on campus occur from around 1 a.m. to 3 a.m. and involve alcohol.
I locked my keys in University of Idaho office, what do I do?
Contact the UI Facilities Management at 885-6246. Ask them to come and open your office. Be prepared to show the identification.
Where can I be fingerprinted?
The police department does fingerprinting between the hours of 12:00pm and 4:00pm. Monday through Friday at a charge of $20.00. The Latah County Sheriff Office provides routine fingerprinting service. Their website can be found at http://www.latah.id.us/sheriff/.
How do I get a copy of a police report?
You may request a summary of any police report by coming to the Moscow Police Department and completing a Freedom of Information Act Request Form. These forms are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It may take seven to ten days to process your request and costs 10 cents per page. If you have questions about this policy, please call us at 883-7054.
Where can I find laws on the internet?
The State of Idaho maintains Idaho laws online on their website: http://www.legislature.idaho.gov/idstat/TOC/IDStatutesTOC.htm. Where do I pay or contest my parking ticket?If the City of Moscow Police issued you the parking ticket, you can stop by the main lobby at 118 E 4th Street, between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. to either pay or contest your parking ticket. You can also drop off a payment after hours at our "drop-box" in front of the main entrance. Other agencies in our area that can also issue parking tickets are:
Latah County Sheriff's Office (208-882-2216) How do I request a presentation by a police officer?
You can request that a police officer give a presentation to your group by calling one of two people:
How do I become a Moscow Police Officer?
To see if a position is open, go to the City of Moscow Human Resources webpage and follow their directions to apply.
Does Moscow hire lateral transfers (current police officers from other departments)?
That is our preferred hiring pool. If you are currently a police officer and are interested in a job with the Moscow Police Department, contact us at 208-883-7054.
How can I identify my belongings to prevent theft?
Identifying your belongings by engraving your initials or other markings identifiable only to you on them, recording serial number information, and by taking videotapes or photographs of the item. List your valuables by serial numbers and identifying features on an inventory sheet. This sheet should be kept separately in a safe place, like a safe or safety deposit box. This not only helps us recover your property should it ever be stolen, it also helps prevent theft. Thieves are less likely to steal something that can be readily identified as stolen. Contact Corporal Carl Wommack at 882-2677 for further information on crime prevention.
Can I get a Moscow Police patch for my collection?Yes. The patch is available to patch collectors for $5. If you're interested in getting a patch, send $5 to:
Moscow Police Department I’d Like To Speak With Someone Regarding An Officer’s Actions. What Should I Do?Your comments are very important to us. If you would like to compliment or complain about an officer’s actions, please: Call us at (208) 882-COPS (2677) and ask to speak with a supervisor or request that the complaint form be mailed to your address. Once you receive the form you may complete it and return it to the Moscow Police Department. Write a complimentary letter and send it to:
Chief of Police What Should I Do If My Car is Stopped by A Police Officer?
When a car is stopped, it appears that the officer is “sneaking up” on the driver. At night, the officers shine their lights into the car. Why is that?
Officers are trained to minimize their exposure to traffic and potential danger from within the vehicle. At night, the bright lights illuminate the interior of the vehicle which is another safety consideration for the officer.
If I've only been pulled over for a traffic offense, why do other police officers show up?
It is not uncommon for officers who are in close proximity to back each other up, even if they are not requested. This is just routine for safety reasons. It is also possible that the initial or secondary patrol vehicle may be a field-training unit, which consists of two officers, one of whom is learning how to become a police officer.
Why does the officer sit in the car for so long? What are they doing?
Technology now allows an officer to verify your driving status and check your vehicle registration directly from the patrol car. Because this information is accessed via computer and dependent upon its reliability, unanticipated delays may occasionally occur. While it may seem as if the officer has kept you waiting for a long time, it’s normally only for a few minutes.
If you are issued a citation...
Please don’t argue at the scene. You have the right to contest a citation before a judge at a later time.
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