Police

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Police Chief, Corrigan O'Donohue

Mission Statement: "To Keep Royal Oak Safe".

Vision Statement: "To build Michigan's premier police agency that is a recognized leader for efficiency, effectiveness, innovation, and public safety".

Annual Police Report for year ending 2012

Address: 221 E Third St, Royal Oak MI 48067

Phone Numbers:

Emergency:
Non-Emergency:
Criminal Investigation:
Records & Identification:
Animal Shelter:
Animal Control:
Snow Emergency Line: Administration/Chief's Office:		 911
(248) 246-3500
(248) 246-3515
(248) 246-3530
(248) 546-6304
(248) 246-3500
(248) 246-3442
(248) 246-3525

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You can help solve serious crimes. If you have information about a crime you want to share anonymously, call Crime Stoppers of Southeast Michigan at 1-800-SPEAK UP.
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Core Values:

“Integrity”:  The Royal Oak Police Department will strive to maintain the highest level of moral values and standards of conduct while demonstrating fairness and equality to those we serve. Integrity is the cornerstone of our profession. It is a sacred quality that is essential to maintain public trust and mutual respect. The Royal Oak Police department will be steadfast in adherence to a code of moral excellence and incorruptibility. We will maintain a standard of conduct that reinforces the ideals of honesty, accountability and pledge to hold ourselves to the highest legal, moral and ethical standards.

"Service”:  The Royal Oak Police Department will demonstrate the desire to contribute to the welfare of others by responding appropriately to the needs and demands of the community. We will put service before self and strive for excellence in all we do. We are committed to faithfully and selflessly performing our duties with the goal of enhancing public safety and reducing the fear of crime. We are dedicated to working with the public to ensure the highest level of service and feeling of security for those we serve.

“Courage”:  The Royal Oak Police Department will maintain the strength of mind, body and spirit to encounter and withstand danger, fear or difficulty, with fairness and surety of purpose. We will confront difficult situations with confidence and determination to overcome any obstacle put before us. We will put the safety of others above our own and will not hesitate to protect those who cannot protect themselves.

“Compassion”:  The Royal Oak Police Department will be ever mindful and conscientious of the emotional and physical well being of all those we strive to protect. We will be understanding and by deed, assuage suffering and provide consolation to all those affected by, or involved in the criminal justice process. We will be pillars of fairness and by example provide solace and an atmosphere where all citizens are equal and protected.  

“Loyalty”:  The Royal Oak Police Department will be faithful to the highest ideals of law enforcement. We will be loyal to the community in action and deed with the understanding the safety of the citizens of Royal Oak is our primary mission. We will maintain an unwavering allegiance to the law, our profession and those we serve and protect.

 

Important Information:

Proper use of 911. Dialing 911 activates the Police and Fire emergency response system. The use of 911 is reserved for situations where life or property is in immediate danger. All requests for medical or fire response should be made by dialing 911. For questions or routine requests for police response, dial (248) 246-3500.

Ban on Texting While Driving: The statute amends the Michigan Vehicle Code to prohibit a person from reading, typing or sending text messages using a wireless two-way communication device, including a wireless phone located in a person's hand or lap, while operating a moving motor vehicle on a street or highway in the state. Under the statue, the police have the right to stop a motorist and write them a ticket for texting while driving as a primary offense.  Which means, texting alone is enough cause to be pulled over; no other offense need be committed.  A conviction for first offenders is a civil infraction and carries a penalty of $100 and a $200 fine for subsequent violations.

Distracted Driving Awareness Campaign. WARNING: Fatal Texting While Driving Car Accident - Realistic Distracted Driving Crash Video. This video was produced for the "Remembering Ally: Distracted Driving Awareness Campaign." The campaign was created by the Traffic Improvement Association of Michigan in memory of Ally Zimmerman, a 16-year-old Romeo High School student and Oakland County resident. Please direct all questions to Jim Santilli, Executive Director of the Traffic Improvement Association of Michigan, at (248) 334-4971 or tiami@tiami.us

Patch Requests: We frequently get asked for patches from collectors and other agencies, however, due to Homeland Security concerns, we do not sell or give away our police department patches.

 

 

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City Ordinances
City Charter
MI Public Sex Offender Registry
Michigan State Police
Oakland County Sheriff
CrimeMapping.com

Auxiliary Police

The Royal Oak Police Department is seeking residents to serve on its Auxiliary Police Unit which acts as the eyes and ears of the Police Department and assists at the many special events which are held in the City each year.

The Auxiliary Police Unit is an unarmed, uniformed, volunteer unit, which draws its members from the Royal Oak area. Duties include patrolling neighborhoods and business districts in marked auxiliary units and reporting suspicious circumstances.

Members average about 100 hours a year of auxiliary service. Currently, there are 24 Auxiliary Officers.

Members are required to participate in a 30-hour, in-service training program. They receive training in CPR, first aid, blood borne pathogens, crime prevention, traffic control, as well as other training.

If you are interested in becoming a member of the Auxiliary Police, please click below to download and print the application or if you have questions please call (248) 246-3525.

Instructions to Applicant - As of October 31, 2012 the police department is now accepting additional applications.

Click here to download the application

Complete this application and either mail it to:

Auxiliary Police Program Coordinator
221 E Third Street
Royal Oak MI 48067

or deliver it to the Royal Oak Police Department, Auxiliary Police Program Coordinator, 221 E. Third Street, Royal Oak.

After we have received clearance on your driving record and your fingerprint check, you may be invited to attend an Auxiliary Police meeting, after which you will be interviewed by the Coordinators and the Auxiliary Police Steering Committee.

When final clearance is made, you will be notified to report to the Royal Oak Police Department for uniform assignment.

This usually takes from 4 to 6 weeks depending on how fast your record checks are returned from Lansing.

Thank you for your interest in the Auxiliary Police.

Hope to see you soon.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Community Policing

The Community Policing Office conducts crime prevention programs and school liaison activities. Crime prevention and safety presentations for local organizations can be arranged by request.

Your Child and the Law

OnLine Safety Information for Parents

Crime Prevention Information for the Business Community

Auto Theft Prevention Information

Identity Theft Information

Jury Duty Scam

The Community Policing Office also works with Neighborhood Watch Groups. The National Night Out is an annual event designed to strengthen our neighborhoods through police-community partnerships. The goal is to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, and build support and participation in our local Neighborhood Watch groups. If you are interested in starting a neighborhood watch group contact our office.

 

Crime Prevention Links:

FBI

U.S. Department of Justice

McGruff

Crime Prevention Association of Michigan

West Michigan Crime Prevention Association

Federal Trade Commission Fraud/Con Webpage

 

 

 

State Police
CrimeMapping.com

Auto Theft Prevention

The following suggestions are things the vehicle owner/driver can do to deter their vehicle from theft:

  1. Keep the vehicle locked and remove expensive valuables.
  2. Park the vehicle in the driveway/garage and/or block it in the driveway with another vehicle.
  3. Use of an anti-theft device: "The Club" or alarm system.
  4. Notify your neighbors to be more watchful of suspicious activity/vehicles.

Please help us keep the community safer. Any questions, please contact the Royal Oak Police at the non-emergency number (248)246-3500

Emergency: 911In the event you observe a crime in progress, do not attempt to take action yourself. Act as our eyes and ears and call 911 while observing the suspect(s).

  1. Try to obtain a vehicle description using the acronym CYMBAL:
    C - Color
    Y - Year
    M - Make
    B - Body style
    A - And
    L - License plate
  2. Direction of travel.
  3. Suspect(s) description: number of suspects, race, gender, clothing and any other identifiable characteristic.

If you are interested in being a member of The Royal Oak Neighborhood Watch, contact the office at (248) 246-3424.

Children and the Law

Your Child and the Law

Dear Parents and Youth,

It is important that both parents and youth be aware of the consequences connected with violations of the law. This brochure provides you with information regarding law violations that often bring young people into contact with the police and the court system.

There are consequences for violations of the law. Your child’s age determines whether the juvenile court or local and county criminal courts have jurisdiction.

We urge you to take a few moments to become familiar with the information included here.

The Royal Oak Community Coalition and the Royal Oak Police Department are striving to create a safe, substance abuse free environment within which our youth may achieve their maximum potential. Do not hesitate to contact us if we can assist you or your family in any way.

Royal Oak Community Coalition
Churchill Community Education Center
707 Girard Ave
Royal Oak MI 48073
(248)588-5050, Ext. 229

  

Royal Oak Police Department
221 E Third
Royal Oak MI 48067
(248)246-3424

The following brochure, which was a cooperative effort by the Royal Oak Community Coalition and the Royal Oak Police Department, provides you with information regarding law violations that often bring young people into contact with the police and the court system. Check here for a printer friendly pdf version of Your Child and the Law.

Raising a child in today’s world is difficult. Children may experience various emotional and behavioral problems as they grow. It is important to intervene early when problems are most easily solved. Some resources to consider are: school counselors and social workers, clergy, community counseling services, the school Student Assistance program, and self-help groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous, Alanon and Families Anonymous.

Other community resources are:

Royal Oak Youth Assistance 248) 546-8282
Oakland County Probate Court
  - Juvenile Info (248) 858-0112
  - Status Offenses (248) 858-0227
Common Ground Sanctuary
  - Crisis Hotline (248) 456-0909
Runaway Shelter & Transitional Living
  - 10-17 year olds (248) 547-2260
  - 16-20 year olds (248) 399-9795
Haven  
  - Domestic & Sexual Abuse Shelter & Services (248) 344-1284
  - 24 hr. Crisis Hotline (248) 334-1274
Royal Oak Police Department (248) 246-3500
High School Police Liasion (248)246-3524
Community Policing/School Liasion (248)246-3424

Parental Responsibility Ordinance

In Royal Oak, this ordinance requires parent(s) of a child (under 17) to exercise reasonable control over their child to prevent them from committing any delinquent act. Civil fines ranging from $100 - $500. For a look a the complete ordinance check here: Ordinance 2006-10.



 

Crime Prevention - Business

Crime Prevention Information for the Business Community

Vagrants Hanging Around?

When the weather is cold, the vagrants look for a warm place to stay during the daytime hours until the shelters open at night. Please realize if they loiter in your business, you may ask them to leave. If they refuse to leave, they are now committing the crime of trespassing and you may call the police on the non-emergency line (246-3500) and ask for assistance to help remove loiterers from your place of business. These loiterers can be ticketed and/or arrested for trespassing if they refuse to leave after being asked by a representative of the business in the presence of a police officer.

Loitering

A person commits the offense of loitering if he loiters, remains or wanders about in a public place for the purpose of begging.

Trespassing Ordinance

A person commits the offense of trespass if he enters or remains in or upon premises when he is not invited, licensed or otherwise privileged to do so. A person may stay on the premises unless they are asked to vacate the premises by personal communication to him by the owner of the premises or some other authorized person, or unless notice is given by posting in a conspicuous manner.

Crime Prevention Suggestions

Improve the area around your business so that it does not attract unwanted persons. Keep the area well lit with outside lighting, break down large boxes and throw them away promptly and keep bushes tightly trimmed and neat. If vagrants can’t find a place to hide that is dark they will be less likely to trespass on your property.

A Crime is Committed. . . .

The Department recommends that you avoid physical confrontations with shoplifters or other criminal offenders.

If a person is committing a crime inside your business, get the best possible description of the suspect and call the police. Then, if the suspect leaves the area, the police in the neighborhood can look for the suspect.

If the suspect is not caught but we can determine who the suspect is and you would like to prosecute this person, you will be required to testify in court about what you observed. Again, a good description of the suspect and incident are very important at this time.

If a Serious Crime Occurs That Calls for Immediate Attention,

CALL 9-1-1

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call the Community Policing/Crime Prevention office
Monday through Friday, 8am - 4pm
(248) 246-3524

Royal Oak Police Department
221 East Third Street
Royal Oak MI 48067
(248) 246-3500

 

Identity Theft

How to Secure your Identity from Thieves

The Royal Oak Police Department has had several calls concerning Identity Theft.

Identity theft is when a thief steals an individuals’ identity by stealing credit cards, checks, bank accounts and personal information, such as Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers and employment histories. Armed with your personal information, a thief can buy new cars, empty your bank accounts, and ultimately, steal all of your assets in your name!

The good news is that, together, we can prevent this insidious crime.

Recommendations:

  • Never give out your Social Security number, driver’s license, any bank or credit account numbers or other identifying information unless you know the person or organization or you initiated contact.
  • Treat checkbooks, ATM cards, credit cards, and credit card offers as if they are cash - protect them!
  • Before discarding, you should shred all personal information.
  • Notify financial institutions and credit card companies before relocating to a new home or care facility.
  • Have your mail held at the post office when going on vacation or into the hospital.
  • Cancel all unneeded credit cards.
  • Say "NO" to credit card offers by calling 1-888-5-opt-out (567-8688)
  • Make copies of all credit cards that are in your wallet and keep them in a safe place. This is in case you need to report a credit card stolen or any other kind of identity theft.
  • Review financial and credit card statements each month for unauthorized activity.
  • Obtain and review a copy of your credit report each year. 

    The Three Major Credit Reporting Agencies:     

    Experian
    www.experian.com
    To order a report call: (888) 397-3742
    To report fraud call: (888) EXPERIAN

    Equifax
    www.equifax.com
    To order a report call: (800) 685-1111
    To report fraud call: (800) 525-6285

    TransUnion
    www.transunion.com
    To order a report call: (800) 888-4213
    To report a fraud call: (800) 680-7289

Per the Federal Trade Commission as of March 1, 2005, Michigan Residents can obtain a FREE copy of your credit reports. Go to the following website for more information: www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/edcams/credit/ycr_free_reports.htm

If you are a victim of identity theft, notify the Michigan Attorney General’s Office at 1-800-24-ABUSE (242-2873)

The key to protecting yourself and the people you love from identity theft is to prevent it from happening in the first place.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact community policing at (248) 246-3424.

Jury Duty Scam

Information provided by the Royal Oak Police Department.

Most of us take summons for jury duty seriously, but enough people skip out on their civic duty, that a new and ominous kind of scam has surfaced.

The caller claims to be a jury coordinator. If you protest that you never received a summons for jury duty, the scammer asks you for your social security number and date of birth so he/she can verify the information and cancel the arrest warrant.

Give out any of this information and bingo; your identity just got stolen.

The scam has been reported so far in 11 states, including Oklahoma, Illinois, and Colorado.

This (scam) is particularly insidious because they use intimidation over the phone to try to bully people into giving information by pretending they're with the court system.

Never give personal information over the telephone.

Online Safety

Online Safety Information for Parents from WiredKids.org

We’ve heard a lot about the dangers of Internet use and how the law is working to combat these risks, but what can parents do? A lot. The following is a guideline for parents to address many of the problems that have been talked about. This page contains information relating to parents. For information on rules that your children should follow online please read "Talking to your Children" and "Parent-Child Internet Agreement" pages. (These can be found online at wiredkids.org.)

Online Safety Guidelines for Parents:

  • Personal information stays personal. While this is an important rule for children, it’s also an important rule for parents. Giving information on your family and your children to the wrong person could be dangerous.
  • Make sure your child doesn’t spend all of his or her time on the computer.
  • People, not computers, should be their best friends and companions
  • Keep the computer in a family room, kitchen or living room, not in your child’s bedroom. This way parents can monitor what is happening when the child is online. Knowing you are watching, kids are less likely to put themselves in risky situations and you can safely oversee what’s going on.
  • Learn enough about computers so you can enjoy them together with your child.
  • Watch your children when they’re online and see where they go.
  • Make sure that your children feel comfortable coming to you with questions. This should apply to all situations including the computer. If your children feel they can trust you they are more likely to come to you with tough problems and questions.
  • Keep kids out of chat rooms or IRC’s unless they are monitored
  • Encourage discussions between you and your children about what they enjoy online. This way you can direct your children to safe sites that fit in with their interests and it helps our children know that we want an active roll in their lives.
  • Discuss these rules, get your children to agree to adhere to them, and post them near the computer as a reminder.
  • Help them find a balance between computing and other activities.
  • Remember to monitor their compliance with these rules, especially when it comes to the amount of time your children spend on the computer.
  • Get to know their "online friends" just as you get to know all their other friends.
  • Warn them that people may not be what they seem to be. I can say I am a 12-year-old boy named Billy, but I’m not. The Internet provides cover for people to put whatever personas they desire. Predators often pose as children to gain our children’s trust.

Passwords:

Don’t give out your passwords or store them where they can be found – remember that those who control the passwords control the world. Find a password you can remember easily, but one that’s not so obvious that your children can figure it out. Also, change your password frequently. When you type it in, don’t let them look over your shoulder. Never store it on your hard drive or preprogram it into your sign on screen. This may cost you a few more seconds when you get online, but may save you plenty of heartache later.

Protecting your children when they’re not at home:

Talk to the parents of your children’s friends and try to agree about monitoring the children’s activities online, as well as using similar tools to enforce your choices. If not, circumventing your parental controls is as simple as your children walking next door and computing at a friend’s house. If you can’t agree on a joint policy, ask that the other parents honor your wishes and keep your children off their computer while visiting.

Credit Cards

Don’t store your credit card information on your computer. As inconvenient as it might be to have to access it from somewhere else, it creates too much of a temptation for computer savvy kids and their friends.

Where can I learn more?
  • www.wiredkids.org
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  • www.safekids.org
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  • www.CyberPatrol.com
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  • www.BamSpam.com (E-mail)
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  • www.netsmartz.org
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    Do you know who you’re talking to?
      Report a Creep at 1-877-5cyber3 (1-877-529-2303) - Michigan State Police

    If you have any questions, please feel free to call (248) 246-3424.

    Complaints Against Department

    It is the policy of the Royal Oak Police Department to accept and investigate all complaints of employee misconduct or wrongdoing. The Police Department is committed to providing law enforcement services that are fair, effective, and impartially applied. In striving for a professional level of service, all employees are expected to adhere to the highest standards of official conduct and are expected to respect the rights of all citizens.

    It is the intention of the Police Department to encourage public support and confidence through the assurance of a fair and thorough investigation of all complaints, thereby leading to a positive relationship that facilitates the attainment of the Police Department’s goals and objectives.

    This form may be used to register a complaint against any employee of the Royal Oak Police Department whose conduct, behavior, or action is considered improper, unnecessary or inappropriate.

    Complaint Form

     

     

     

     

     

    Criminal Investigation

    The Criminal Investigation Division conducts investigations of unlawful activity and works closely with prosecuting attorneys to obtain criminal arrest warrants. Detectives initiate investigations and follow up on reports of criminal activities that have been reported to patrol officers.

    The Criminal Investigation Division (Detective Bureau) can be contacted at (248) 246-3515.

    Identity Theft Information (website maintained by the Federal Trade Commission): www.consumer.gov.

     

    CrimeMapping.com

    Driving Regulations

    Michigan Driving Regulations

    Required Documents - All residents, non-residents and international visitors must possess valid operators' licenses to drive in Michigan, as well as automobile registration certificates and proof of insurance for vehicles driven.

    Information about “Super Drunk Law”
    On October 31st, 2010, the new “Super Drunk” law went into effect. This law states that a person driving a vehicle with a blood alcohol level of .17 or higher can be convicted under an enhanced operating while intoxicated charge. This law only applies to first time offenders with a blood alcohol level of .17 or higher. People with a blood alcohol level between .08 to .16 or that have prior convictions will be prosecuted under the existing operating while intoxicated laws. The new law will include an additional $200 in fines as well as up to 180 days in jail. It also includes mandatory alcohol rehabilitation and a one year suspension of driving privileges. Drivers will be eligible for a restricted license after 45 days if they agree to and install an interlock device on their car. There will also be a $1000 driver responsibility fee for two consecutive years. Furthermore, drivers will still be responsible for the cost of prosecution.

    Drinking and Driving - On September 30, 2003, changes to Michigan’s drunk driving laws became effective throughout the state. These changes were passed unanimously by the Michigan Legislature to maintain federal highway funds, but several additional new laws were packaged along with the new .08% threshold.

    Semantically, the new laws re-defined the prior offense of OUIL (operating under the influence of intoxicating liquors) to OWI (operating while intoxicated). The prior charge of OWI (operating while impaired) was altered to OWVI (operating while visibly impaired) to avoid confusion. The new offense of OWI incorporates the .08 per se standard, lowering the prohibited blood alcohol content (BAC) level from .10 to .08.

    Under Michigan’s prior drunk driving laws, the offense of operating while visibly impaired, which prohibited driving with a blood alcohol level greater than .07 but less than .10, remains in effect, but the new impaired provisions do not have any numerical blood alcohol levels to define when a driver is impaired. In essence, there are few differences between a charge of OWI and OWVI, but an impaired charge carried slightly lower fines and slightly less harsh driving sanctions. As such, under Michigan’s prior drunk driving laws, the federally mandated threshold of .08 was already effectively enforced in Michigan.

    Another significant change under the new 0.08 law includes longer suspension periods for refusing to submit to a Datamaster Breathalyzer test. Under Michigan’s prior drunk driving law, anyone who wrongfully refused a police officer’s request would lose their driving privileges for a period of six months. Under the new law, the suspension is lengthened from six months to one year for a first implied consent refusal and two years for any additional refusals within a 7-year period.

    The "zero tolerance" law prohibits anyone under the age of 21 from operating a motor vehicle with "any bodily alcohol content" defined as a blood alcohol level in excess of 0.02 but less than 0.08. If the underage driver's blood alcohol level exceeds 0.08, presumably the underage driver will be charged with the more serious offense of Operating while Intoxicated (OWI). In the event that an underage driver is charged with OWI, a court is not permitted to dismiss the more serious charge, although a prosecutor maintains that ability in plea negotiations.

    Seat Belts/Restraints - Michigan law requires all drivers and front-seat passengers to buckle up. Children under one year of age must be secured in an approved child car seat wherever they are seated in the vehicle. From one to four years, children riding in the front seat must be in a child car seat, or in a child car seat or buckled up when riding in the back seat. Children from 4 through 16 must wear a seat belt wherever they are seated in the car. Violations of any seat belt laws involving children result in the driver receiving a citation; those over 16 not wearing seat belts are individually cited.

    Helmet Law - Michigan requires drivers and passengers of motorcycles, mopeds and similar vehicles to wear helmets at all times that the vehicle is in motion.

    Handicapper Parking Law - Parking is restricted in spaces reserved for handicapped persons to those vehicles displaying a handicapper parking permit or plate. For free parking at a metered or public parking lot a motorist must display a handicapped person free parking sticker. Free parking status is provided only with a doctor's certification to the Michigan Secretary of State, and allows parking privileges only when the handicapper is being transported. There is no charge for a sticker denoting free parking status.

    Right on Red - Where not otherwise prohibited, Michigan allows right turns on red after a full stop. Michigan also allows left turns onto one-way streets when there is no oncoming traffic.

    Graduated Driver's License Level 2 Restrictions

    On March 30, 2011 new restrictions went into effect to the Level 2 graduated driver’s license. The new law will amend the Michigan Vehicle Code in the following ways:

    1. Prohibit a driver with a Level 2 graduated driver's license (GDL) from operating a motor vehicle carrying more than one passenger who is under 21 years of age, unless:
          a. passengers are members of the driver's immediate family, or
          b. travel is to or from school or a school-sanctioned event.
    2. In addition, the nighttime restriction has been extended to 10:00 p.m. from the original midnight starting time. The new nighttime restriction is from 10:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m unless driving to or from employment.

    Both of these restrictions remain for the duration of the Level 2 graduated driver's license. The sanctions for violating these new provisions are:

    • A civil infraction is entered and 2 points are added to the driving record.
    • Notice of the civil infraction shall be sent to a designated parent or guardian.
    • GDL Level 2 period is extended for 12 months.
    • A driver reexamination will be scheduled with possible license suspension and/or additional restrictions imposed.
    Michigan State Police

    Press Releases

    Current Press Releases/ Alerts/ Police Updates/ Police Reports

    www.crimemapping.com - ROPD Crime Mapping Tool 

     

    May 23, 2013: Report dated May 23, 2013

    May 16, 2013: Report dated May 16, 2013

    May 9, 2013: Report dated May 9, 2013

    May 3, 2013: Report dated May 3, 2013

    April 29, 2013: Breaking and Entering Suspect Arrested

    April 25, 2013: Report dated April 25, 2013

    April 18, 2013: Report dated April 18, 2013

    April 11, 2013: Report dated April 11, 2013

    April 10, 2013: Bank Robbery Suspect Captured

    April 4, 2013: Report dated April 4, 2013

    March 28, 2013: Report dated March 28, 2013

    March 21, 2013: Report dated March 21, 2013

    March 19, 2013: Crime Alert - Armed Robbery - Further Information Requested

    March 14, 2013: Update for March 7 - March 14, 2013

    March 7, 2013: Update for Feb 28 - March 7, 2013

    February 28, 2013: Update for February 21 - February 28, 2013

    February 27, 2013: Home Explosion

    February 21, 2013: Update for February 14 - February 21, 2013

    February 14, 2013: Update for February 7 - February 14, 2013

    February 7, 2013: Update for January 31 - February 7, 2013

    January 31, 2013: Update for January 24 - January 31, 2013

    January 24, 2013: Update for January 17 - January 24, 2013

    January 17, 2013: Update for January 10 - January 17, 2013

    January 10, 2013: Update for January 3, 2013 - January 10, 2013

    January 3, 2013: Update for December 27, 2012 - January 3, 2013

    December 27, 2012: Update for December 20, 2012 - December 27, 2012

    December 19, 2012: Update for December 13, 2012 - December 19, 2012

    December 13, 2012: Update for December 6, 2012 - December 13, 2012

    December 6, 2012: Update for November 29 - December 6, 2012

    November 29, 2012: Update for November 22 - November 29, 2012

    November 15, 2012: Update for November 8 - November 15, 2012

    November 8, 2012: Update for November 1 - November 8, 2012

    November 1, 2012: Update for October 25 - November 1, 2012

    October 25, 2012: Update for October 18-25, 2012

    October 18, 2012: Update for October 11 - October 18, 2012

    October 18, 2012: Royal Oak Police "K9 Charlie" Retires with successful career

    October 17, 2012: Police searching for owners of Missing Tools

    October 11, 2012: Update for October 4 - October 11, 2012

    October 9, 2012: Suspect Charged with Attempted Kidnapping

    October 4, 2012: Update for September 27 - October 4, 2012

    September 27, 2012: Update for September 20 - September 27, 2012

    September 24, 2012: Barricaded Gunman Arrested

    September 20, 2012: Update for September 13 - September 20, 2012

    September 13, 2012: Update for September 6 - September 13, 2012

    September 6, 2012: Update for August 30 - September 6, 2012

    August 30, 2012: Update for August 23 - August 30, 2012

    August 23, 2012: Update for August 16 - August 23, 2012

    August 16, 2012: Update for August 9 - August 16, 2012

    August 9, 2012: Update for August 2 - August 9, 2012

    August 2, 2012: Update for July 26 - August 2, 2012

    July 26, 2012: Update for July 19 - July 26, 2012

    July 26, 2012: Assault with Intent to Murder 12-19936

    July 19, 2012: Update for July 12 - July 19

    July 12, 2012: Update for July 5 - July 12

    July 5, 2012: Update for June 28 - July 5

    June 28, 2012: Update for June 21 - June 28

    June 21, 2012: Update for June 14 - June 21

    June 14, 2012: Update for June 7 - June 14

    June 13, 2012: Crime Mapping Tool Announcement

    June 7, 2012: Update for May 31 - June 7

    May 31, 2012: Update for May 24 through May 31

    May 24, 2012: Update for May 18 through May 24

    May 17, 2012: Update for May 10 through May 17

    May 10, 2012: Update for May 4 - May 10

    May 4, 2012: Update for April 26 - May 4

    April 27, 2012: Update for April 19 - April 26

    April 19, 2012: Update for April 13 - April 19

    April 12, 2012: Update for April 6 - April 12

    April 5, 2012: Update for March 29 - April 5

    March 29, 2012: Update for March 23-29 

    March 23, 2012: Update for March 16-22

    March 15, 2012: Update for March 9 through March 15

    March 8, 2012: Update for March 2 through March 8

    March 1, 2012: Update for February 24 through March 1

    February 23, 2012: Updates from February 16 through February 23

    February 16, 2012: Update from Feb. 10 through Feb. 16

    February 9, 2012: Update from Feb. 2 through Feb. 9

    February 2, 2012: Updates from Jan. 26 through Feb. 2

    January 26, 2012: Updates from Jan. 19 through Jan. 26

    January 19, 2012: Updates from Jan. 13 through Jan. 19

    January 12, 2012: Updates from January 5 through January 12

    January 5, 2012: Updates from December 30, 2011 through January 5, 2012

    December 29, 2011: Updates from December 23 through December 29

    December 22, 2011: Updates from December 16 through December 22

    December 15, 2011: Updates from December 9 through December 15

    December 8, 2011: Updates from December 2 through December 8

    December 1, 2011: Updates from November 25 through December 1

    November 23, 2011: Updates from November 17 - 23

    November 17, 2011: Updates from November 9 - 16

    November 10, 2011: Updates from November 3 - 9

    November 3, 2011: Updates from October 27 through November 3

    October 27, 2011: Updates from October 19 through October 26

    October 20, 2011: Updates from October 12 through October 19

    October 13, 2011: Updates from October 6 through October 12

    October 6, 2011: Updates from September 30 through October 5

    September 29, 2011: Updates from September 23 through 29

    September 22, 2011: Updates from September 15 through 22

    September 15, 2011: Updates from September 9 through September 15

    September 9, 2011: Robbery Suspect Convicted

    September 8, 2011: Updates from September 1 through September 8

    September 1, 2011: Home Invasion Press Release - September 1

    September 1, 2011: Updates from August 26 through September 1

    August 30, 2011: Updates from August 18 through August 25

    August 18, 2011: Updates from August 12 through August 18

    August 11, 2011: Updates from August 4 through August 11

    August 4, 2011: Updates from July 29 through August 4

    July 28, 2011: Updates from July 22 through July 28

    July 22, 2011: Updates from July 15 through July 21

    July 14, 2011: Updates from July 8 through July 14

    July 8, 2011: Updates from July 1 through July 7

    June 30, 2011: Updates from June 24 through June 30

    June 23, 2011: Updates from June 17 through June 23

    June 23, 2011: Bank Robbery Suspect Apprehended

    June 22, 2011: Bank Robbery

    June 16, 2011: Updates from June 10 through June 16, 2011

    June 6, 2011: Assault With Intent to Murder Arrests 

    June 3, 2011: Updates from May 27 through June 2, 2011

    June 1, 2011: Larceny From Automobile Suspects Arrested

    May 31, 2011: Additional Home Invasion Suspects Arrested

    May 27, 2011: Home Invasion Suspect Arrested

    May 26, 2011: Updates from May 19 through May 26, 2011

    May 19, 2011: Updates from May 12 through May 19, 2011

    May 12, 2011: Updates from May 6 through May 12, 2011

    May 6, 2011: Updates from April 29, 2011 through May 6, 2011

    April 29, 2011: Updates from April 21, 2011 through April 29, 2011

    April 21, 2011: Updates from April 15, 2011 through April 21, 2011

    April 15, 2011: Updates from April 8, 2011 through April 15, 2011

    April 8, 2011: Updates from April 1, 2011 through April 8, 2011

    April 1, 2011: Updates for March 25 through April 1, 2011

    March 25, 2011: Updates for March 18 through March 25, 2011

    March 18, 2011: Updates for March 11 through March 18, 2011

    March 11, 2011: Updates for March 4 through March 11, 2011

    March 4, 2011: Updates for February 25 through March 4, 2011

    March 1, 2011: Woman Accosted, Police are seeking information.

    February 25, 2011: Updates for February 18 through February 25, 2011

    February 24, 2011: Press Release - Suspect Arraigned

    February 22, 2011: Traffic Alert - Avoid Coolidge - Normandy Area

    February 18, 2011: Updates for February 11 through February 18, 2011

    February 11, 2011: Updates for February 4 through February 11, 2011

    February 10, 2011: Attempted Abduction

    February 4, 2011: Updates for January 28 through February 4, 2011

    January 31, 2011: Water Department Scam - Alert!

    January 28, 2011: Updates for January 21 through January 28, 2011

    January 26, 2011: Royal Liquor Burglary Suspect Arrested

    January 21, 2011: Updates for January 14 through January 21, 2011

    January 14, 2011: Updates for January 7 through January 14, 2011

    January 14, 2011: ZMC Pharmacy Burglary Suspect Arrested

    January 7, 2011: Updates for December 31 through January 7, 2011

    December 31, 2010: Updates for December 24 through December 31, 2010

    December 23, 2010: Updates for December 17 through December 23, 2010

    December 17, 2010: Updates for December 10 through December 17, 2010

    December 10, 2010: Updates for December 3 through December 10, 2010

    December 3, 2010: Updates for November 26 through December 3, 2010

    November 29, 2010: Breaking and Entering Suspect Arrested

    November 26, 2010: Updates for November 19 through November 26, 2010

    November 19, 2010: Armed Robbery Suspects Shoot at Police, and Commercial Burglaries

    November 19, 2010: Updates for November 12 through November 19, 2010

    November 13, 2010: Armed Robbery Suspects Shoot at Police

    November 12, 2010: Updates for November 5 through November 12, 2010

    November 5, 2010: Updates for October 29 through November 5, 2010

    October 29, 2010: Updates for October 22 through October 29, 2010

    October 22, 2010: Updates for October 15 through October 22, 2010

    October 15, 2010: Updates for October 8 through October 15, 2010

    October 8, 2010: Updates for October 1 through October 8, 2010

    October 1, 2010: Updates for September 24 through October 1, 2010

    October 1, 2010: Abduction Alert
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    October 1, 2010: Car Jacking Alert
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    September 24, 2010: Updates for September 17 through September 24, 2010

    September 21, 2010: Suspicious Person in Area of 13 Mile/Rochester Rd.

    September 17, 2010: Updates for September 10 through September 17, 2010

    September 14, 2010: Armed Home Intruders Found Guilty!

    September 10, 2010: Updates for August 27 through September 9, 2010

    August 27, 2010: Updates for August 20 through August 27, 2010

    August 20, 2010: Updates for August 13 through August 20, 2010

    August 13, 2010: Updates for August 9 through August 13, 2010 (Larceny Photo Included)

    August 12, 2010: Composite sketch of person of interest in connection with 7-13-2010 Homicide. Anyone with information regarding this individual is asked to call the Royal Oak Police Department at 248-246-3515. Case #10-2750.
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    August 6, 2010: Updates for July 30 through August 6, 2010

    July 17, 2010: Home break-in suspect arrested after police chase.

    July 14, 2010: Homicide Suspect Wanted

    July 9, 2010: Updates for July 2 through July 9, 2010

    July 2, 2010: Updates for June 25 through July 2, 2010

    June 25, 2010: Updates for June 18 through June 25, 2010

    June 18, 2010: Updates for June 11 through June 18, 2010

    June 11, 2010: Updates for June 4 through June 11, 2010

    June 4, 2010: Updates for May 28 through June 4, 2010

    May 28, 2010: Updates for May 21st through May 28th

     

    May 14- Armed Robbery: Any Information regarding this incident, please contact the Royal Oak Police Department at 248-246-3421.

    May 14, 2010: Updates for May 7th through May 14th

    May 7, 2010: Updates for April 30th through May 7th

    April 30, 2010: Updates for April 23rd through April 30th

    April 27, 2010: Armed Robber Captured!

    April 23, 2010: Updates for April 16th through April 23rd

    April 16, 2010: Updates for April 9th through April 16th

    April 9, 2010: Updates for April 3rd through April 9th

    April 7, 2010: Dangerous Fugitive Apprehended (see below)

    April 2, 2010: Updates for March 27th through April 2nd

    March 29, 2010: Home Invasion Intruders arrested

    March 19, 2010: Updates for March 12th through March 19th

    March 12, 2010: Updates for March 5th through March 12th

     

    December 11, 2009 - Operation Medicine Cabinet: Join us for the Grand Opening of the Operation Medicine Cabinet Drop-Off Location at the Royal Oak Police Department, 221 East Third Street, Royal Oak, MI  Read More...

    October 30, 2009 - Vicious Dog Incident

     

     

     

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    Halloween Safety Tips

    Halloween is a fun time of year when the children dress up and enjoy candy and treats from the neighborhood. The Royal Oak Police and Fire Departments provide the following safety tips to help make this Halloween an enjoyable one:

    kids dressed up in costumes!

    • Children should have all treats carefully inspected before eating.
    • Children should accept treats only at the doorway.
    • Never enter a strangers home.
    • Never invite children to enter your home.
    • Children should never accept rides from strangers.
    • Children should never take short cuts through backyards or alley ways.
    • Set a time limit for your children to be out on Halloween night.
    • Children should travel in groups of 3-5 people.
    • Adults should escort children while they trick-or-treat.
    • Adult escorts and children should carry flashlights if possible.
    • All fruit should be discarded unless you know the source is safe.
    • Keep pets inside your home, or another safe place, on Halloween night.
    • Children should walk and never run during trick-or-treating.
    • Parents should know what route their children are taking within the neighborhood.
    • All costumes should be made of light colored, fire-proof, preferably reflectorized material.
    • Props such as toy guns or swords should be made of pliable material.
    • Realistic replica firearms should NEVER be used.
    • Masks should only be worn if they are properly fitted and provide unobstructed breathing and visibility.
    • Children should always use sidewalks and not the streets for walking.
    • Children should look in all directions before crossing the street.
    • If you are driving, slow it down and watch out for kids.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Operation Medicine Cabinet

    operation medicine cabinet

    Contact: Mandy Andrews, Community Liaison, at (248) 343-0129

    MEDIA ADVISORY

    The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, Royal Oak Police Department, and Home Instead Senior Care have teamed up to Kick Off “Operation Medicine Cabinet” in Royal Oak. “Operation Medicine Cabinet” is a prescription drug collection program. The Kick-Off was held on Friday, December 11, 2010 at the Royal Oak Police Department. Sponsors of the event included Beaumont Hospitals, Royal Oak Community Coalition, and MichiganCaregiver.com

    Individuals wishing to properly dispose of their unused or expired medications may bring them to Royal Oak PD at 221 E. Third St. in Royal Oak, 24 hours a day / 7 days a week.

    Since the program's inception in July, 2009, over 350 pounds of prescription drugs have been collected and destroyed. Thanks to all of our sponsors, Home Instead Senior Care, Beaumont Hospitals, Royal Oak Community Coalition, MichiganCaregiver.com, Mercy Home Care & Hospice, Genisys Credit Union, Smith's Disposal and Recycling, Meijer, and Costco for your participation.  Also, thanks to all of Oakland County's Community Coalitions, as well as the Oakland County Health Division's Office of Substance Abuse Services, whose support and partnership has helped make this program a success and make our community safer.

    Additional Information, contact Home Instead Senior Care: 248-203-2273

     

    Vicious Dog Incident

    Posted: October 30, 2009

    The City of Royal Oak has received numerous inquires regarding an incident involving a vicious dog. Many of the inquires are in response to information obtained from a website posting from Paws for Life Rescue.

    There is a significant amount of misleading and false information being put forward regarding this incident. This press release is an attempt to clarify what occurred.

    On 10/25/09, at approximately 1:00PM, we received a 911 call from Wagner Park regarding a vicious dog.

    The owner of an 80-90 lbs mix breed Pit Bull named “Rocky” was jogging with the dog on Rochester Road.  Rocky pulled away from the owner, ran across Rochester Road, and attacked a smaller dog, a 29 lbs Boston Terrier mix breed named “Max,” in the dog run area of Wagner
    Park. The dog’s owner and friend tried to save the smaller dog and they were both bitten by Rocky.  Both victims are certain that Rocky bit them and both stated they are certain that if they did not intervene, Max would have been killed. The owner’s friend was severely bitten; the tip of his finger was bitten off and he required hand surgery. Max was also seriously injured. (The accompanying photographs depict injuries to a dog and may not be appropriate for viewing by children. Parental discretion is advised.) See attached photo-1, photo-2.

    When officers arrived, Rocky’s owner and the other dog’s owner were holding Rocky down.

    Rocky’s owner adopted the dog in August.  Rocky’s was not licensed and the owner could not provide proof of vaccinations.  Because of the severity of the injuries and also because Rocky was not licensed, the officers who responded took Rocky to the Royal Oak Animal Shelter.

    Max was up to date on vaccinations and licensed in Royal Oak.

    The following day, the animal control officer followed up on the incident.  With any dog attack, that results in serious injury, the animal control officer will attempt to have the dog euthanized.

    This can happen in two ways,

    1. The owner signs a release for the dog and the dog is euthanized and tested for rabies.
    2. The owner refuses to turn over the dog, in which case the dog is quarantined for 10 days and the animal control officer will attempt to obtain a court order to have the dog euthanized. The owner of the dog is responsible for boarding fees while this matter is resolved.

    During her follow up, the animal control officer spoke with Rocky’s owner. She was issued violations for dog at large, injury to person, and no license. The animal control officer requested that Rocky be turned over to her and advised the owner that Rocky would be euthanized. Initially, the owner did not want to turn the dog over; however, when she found out she would be responsible for boarding the dog for at least 10 days and that the animal control officer would
    require a court order to release the dog, the owner agreed to sign over the dog. Rocky was euthanized later that day.

    Dogs that require rabies testing are shipped on Tuesdays by the Oakland County Animal Shelter. One of the victims, an out-of-state resident, had surgery schedule for his injured hand. The animal control officer was able to get the results of the rabies testing on Wednesday,
    10/28/09, before the surgery.

    A representative from Paws for Life Rescue is claiming that they are the owners of the dog, not the woman who adopted the dog, has had possession of the dog since August, and indicated to the victims, police, and animal control officer that she was the owner.

    It appears the Rocky’s owner may have signed a contract indicating that she would only turn the dog over to Paws for Life Rescue if she were to ever give the dog up. This, quite frankly, is a civil matter and does not indicate ownership.

    • Rocky ran across Rochester and attacked the other dog. This was not two dogs fighting; it was one dog running across a busy road and attacking another.
    • Max was unleashed in an area of the park designated for unleashed dogs.
    • Two people were injured, one seriously, and Max was seriously injured.
    • Rocky was not licensed nor could the owner provide proof of vaccinations.
    • The owner signed off on the Rocky, knowing full well that he would be euthanized.
    • The contract signed with the shelter is a civil matter between the owner and the shelter.
      The woman has had the dog since August, she is the owner.
    • Dogs that are to be tested for rabies are shipped on Tuesdays only. The dog needed to be euthanized on Monday to expedite the testing processes. One of our victims required surgery, we have an obligation to get the results as soon as possible, and not simply wait 10 days.
    • There were only three people present when this incident occurred. All three, including Rocky’s true owner, gave consistent and similar statements to police regarding the attack.

    The bottom line is this is a very unfortunate incident. However, as with any animal, the owner has an obligation to keep their pets under control. When a pet injures another person it becomes a police matter.

    Pit Bull mix breed dogs account for approximately 35% of all dog bites in Royal Oak, even though only 5% of licensed dogs are Pit Bull mix breeds. 

    The main issue is the seriousness of the bite.  Pit Bull’s have extremely powerful jaws, so when they bite the injuries are usually severe.  If these same circumstances occurred with a Border Collie or Beagle, our response would have been the same.

    Furthermore, this was one of two dog attacks on that day. A second dog, (a mix breed with some Pit) attacked a guest of the dog’s owner early Sunday morning. The Police were notified of the attack on Monday. In this case the victim suffered serious injuries to his face. This
    dog’s owner also signed off to have the dog euthanized.

    Additionally, early this week, the animal control officer responded to a bite involving a German Sheppard mix. In this case, the dog had bitten a relative (a young child) in the face, but the owner did not report the incident, a few days later the same dog bit a neighbor.  Once we became aware of the incident this case was handled similarly to the two incidents listed above.

    Property Auctions

    Auto Auction - City of Royal Oak & Berkley

    Auto Auction - Cash Only
    A&M Towing/Impound     - 303 E Harrison Ave
    April 6, 2013 @ 9:30 a.m.
    Year / Make-Model / Vin
    R2002 BUICK 4DR 3G5DB03E02S604508
    R1997 MERCURY 4DR 1MELM13P0VW659151
    R1999 HONDA 4DR 1HGCG5646XA022543
    R1989 FORD STAWGN 1FBJS31H2KHB70728
    R2004 DODGE 4DR 1B3EL36X64N166469
    R1995 DODGE 4DR 1B3HD46TXSF684332
    R1999 FORD PICKUP 1FTYR10C8XPB86705
    R2005 HONDA 2DR 1HGEM22575L014919
    R1998 FORD 4DR 1FAFP66L5WK303952
    R1994 PONTIAC 4DR 1G2NW55M3RC704352
    R1996 PLYMOUTH 4DR 1P3EJ46CXTN251000
    R1998 FORD 4DR 1FAFP6631WK251008
    R1992 FORD 4DR 1FACP50U1NG219711
    R1991 DODGE STAWGN 1B4GK54R5MX661211
    R1990 HONDA 2DR JHMED8361LS019933
    R2003 LEXUS 4DR JTHBN30FX30118494
    R1999 FORD STAWGN 1FMYU22E7XUB80474
    R2002 DODGE 4DR 1B3EL36X52N190095
    R1973 CHEVY 2DR 1H57K31618699
    R1995 NISSAN 4DR 1N4BU31D5SC202372
    R2000 TOYOTA 4DR 2T1BR12E1YC360537
    R1999 JEEP STAWGN 1J4GW68N8XC807143
    R1997 ISUZU VAN JR2RJ1864VC001090
    R1988 DODGE VAN 2B5WB31W4JK130025
    R1999 CHEVY PICKUP 1GCEC14WXXE190193
    R1994 BUICK 4DR 1G4HP52L7RH488571
    R2004 FORD 4DR 1FAFP52204A203865
    R1996 PLYMOUTH 4DR 1P3EJ46C9TN287244
    R1999 GMC PICKUP 2GTEK19T4X1532210
    B2000 OLDS STAWGN 1GHDT13W0Y2291320
    B1997 FORD STAWGN 1FMDA11U9VZB46174
    B1999 TOYOTA 4DR 1NXBR12E5XZ268408
    B1995 FORD 2DR 1FALP6243SH196456
    B1994 HONDA 2DR 1HGCD7130RA028540
    B2001 SATURN 4DR 1G8ZH52861Z319409
    B1992 BMW 4DR WBACB3313NFE09496

     

    Please Read:   *** Owner/Secured Party has the right to claim their vehicle until the start of the auction***
    All vehicles being sold are abandoned or accident vehicles.

    *** List may change without notice***Transactions are CASH Only

    Car auctions and property auctions are held periodically. You can also Check the Daily Tribune and The Royal Oak Review.

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    ROPD Awards

    Annual Department Awards Presentation

    The Royal Oak City Commission honored members of the police department at the May 6, 2013 City Commission meeting for outstanding service. Interim Police Chief O’Donohue and Mayor Ellison presented the following Police awards and commendations:

    Bravery:

    For an incident September 10, 2012
    - Officer Terrence Oaks

    Officer of the Year:

    Officer Terrence Oaks

    Civilian of the Year:

    Mary Eileen Kennedy

    Meritorious Service:

    For an incident on July 25, 2012 
    - Sergeant Michael Moore

    Meritorious Service:

    For an incident on October 6, 2012
    - Officer Tim Brown

    Life Saving:

    For an incident on February 20, 2012
    - Officer John Tobin

    Certificate of Commendation:

    K-9 Program Commitment       
    - Officer Zachary Nottle

    Letter of Recognition:

    For an incident on July 25, 2012       
    - Officer Brian Honsowetz
    - Officer Kevin Isaacson

     

     

     

    Records & ID

    Police Records and Identification Division

    Regular Office Hours: Mon-Thu, 1:00 - 4:00 pm

    Fingerprinting: Mon - Thu, 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
        Cost: Royal Oak Residents $10.00 per card and Non Residents $20.00 per card.

    Phone: (248) 246-3530

    Property: Monday and Thursday by appointment only. Contact the Property Officer at 248-246-3531 to schedule an appointment.

    Police Reports: Available 48 hours after incident during regular office hours, unless the case is still under investigation.

    Pricing:
        Police Reports     $10.00
        Clearance Letters $12.00

    UD-10's and Private Property Accident reports can be purchased online at www.clemis.org.

    Concealed Weapon & Gun Purchase Applications: Concealed weapons (CCW) kits are available in our 24 hour lobby, or in Records during our posted office hours. Further questions should be Directed to the Oakland County Clerk's Office at (248) 858-0575.
     
    First time applicants for a purchase permit will need to bring a Michigan Driver's License or State ID and Birth Certificate or Passport.

    • Monday - Thursday: 1 pm till 4 pm

    Auctions (click here for more Information)
    Car auctions and property auctions are held periodically. You can also Check the local Mirror newspaper for dates, times and content.

    Check out other online auction items at
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    Terrorism

    Terrorism: What You Can Do To Help?

    What is Terrorism?
    Terrorism is the unlawful use of force or violence against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government or its citizens to further certain political or social objectives.

    Law Enforcement generally recognizes two types of terrorism, domestic and international. Domestic terrorism is based and executed in the United States by our own citizens without foreign direction. International terrorism, which is connected to foreign governments or groups, transcends our nation’s boundaries. Terrorist acts against U.S. citizens can occur anywhere in the world.

    Investigating Terrorism
    While the FBI has the primary responsibility for investigating terrorism matters in the U.S., other law enforcement agencies play an integral role in combating this crime by joining with the FBI to form Joint Terrorism Task Forces (JTTF). Located in all 56 FBI Field Offices, JTTF’s are comprised of local, state and federal law enforcement officers who work jointly with other non-member agencies to investigate terrorism matters throughout the nation. JTTF’s provide citizens with a state-wide central investigative entity dedicated to preventing terrorism nationwide.

    How You Can Help
    Your assistance is needed in preventing terrorist acts. Certain activities can indicate terrorist planning, especially when these activities occur at or near key facilities such as government, military, utility or other high profile sites or places where large numbers of people gather. Suspicious activities of interest that should be reported to the closest JTTF include:

    Surveillance
    Are you aware of anyone recording or monitoring activities, taking notes, using cameras, maps, binoculars, etc., near a key facilty?

    Suspicious Questioning
    Are you aware of anyone attempting to gain information in person, by phone, mail, e-mail, etc., regarding a key facility or its personnel?

    Tests of Security
    Are you aware of any attempts to penetrate or test physical security or procedures at a key facility?

    Acquiring Supplies
    Are you aware of anyone attempting to improperly acquire explosives, weapons, ammunition, dangerous chemicals, uniforms, badges, flight manuals, access cards or identification for a key facility or to legally obtain items under suspicious circumstances that could be used in a terrorist attack?

    Suspicious Persons
    Are you aware of anyone who does not appear to belong in the workplace, neighborhood, business establishment or near a key facility.

    Dry Runs
    Have you observed any behavior that appears to be preparation for terrorist activity, such as mapping out routes, playing out scenarios with other people, monitoring key facilities, timing traffic lights or traffic flow, or other suspicious activity?

    Deploying Assets
    Have you observed abandoned vehicles, stockpiling of suspicious materials, or persons being deployed near a key facility?

    Hate Crimes
    Hate Crimes against individuals or groups based on religion, race, or ethnicity may rise to the level of terrorist acts and should be immediately reported to the closest JTTF.

    • If you observe suspicious activity that may relate to terrorism, please contact the JTTF or police department closest to you as soon as possible.
    • Detroit (JTTF) 313-965-2323

    *This information comes from the U.S. Department of Justice with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), in a packet titled “Terrorism: What Can I Do To Help?”

    Traffic Fines

    Fine Schedule

    Read both sides of the citation you received. The Due Date on the front is important. Failure to respond by the Due Date may result in additional fines and costs, in addition to the possible issuance of an arrest warrant and/or suspension of your driver’s license.

    Checks must be in U.S. funds, payable to the 44th District Court.
    No personal checks accepted if driver’s license is suspended.
    If using a credit card to pay via the web or by phone, you must go
    to www.govpayexp.com or call (888) 604-7888. (There is a small
    charge for this service.) The Court's Pay Location Code (PLC) # is 3031.

     

    Violation Description
    1-5 MPH over speed limit
    6-10 MPH over speed limit
    11-15 MPH over speed limit
    Speeding in School Zone
    Blockading / Impeding Traffic
    Violation of Barricade
    Careless Driving
    Disobey Stop Sign, Traffic Signal
    Failure to Signal
    Failure to Change Address
    Failure to Stop – Assured Clear Distance
    Failure to Yield Right of Way
    Following Too Closely
    Improper Turn
    Improper Lane Usage
    No Seat Belt
    No Child Restraint
    Expired Plate
    Unsafe Start / Sudden Acceleration
    Texting While Driving First Offense
    Texting While Driving Second Offense
    Reckless Driving
    Defective Equipment
    No Proof of Insurance
    No Proof of Registration
    No Operator’s License in Possession     		Fines & Costs*
    $130.00
    $135.00
    $170.00
    $45.00 additional
    $175.00
    $130.00
    $200.00
    $130.00
    $130.00
    $130.00
    $130.00
    $130.00
    $130.00
    $130.00
    $130.00
    $  65.00
    $150.00
    $130.00
    $130.00
    $200.00
    $300.00
    COURT ONLY
    (See Other Side)
    (See Other Side)
    (See Other Side)
    (See Other Side)    		 Points
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    *A late charge of $45.00 will be assessed if not paid by the Due Date.
    If an accident is involved, an additional $45.00 will be assessed.
    If in a Construction Zone, an additional $45.00 will be assessed.

    DUE DATE

    • All CIVIL INFRACTIONS may be paid on or before this date, in person or by mail. This date is not the date you must be at the Court or see the Judge. If you wish to contest the ticket and request a hearing, you MUST do so on or before the Due Date, either by phone, by mail, or in person.
    • All MISDEMEANOR tickets, other than the exceptions noted on the back, must be resolved in PERSON, PROMPTLY at 8:15 am, on or before the Due Date.

    DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT

    • If an officer certifies on your copy of the ticket that the violation has been corrected and your copy of the ticket is presented to the Court on or before the Due Date, then the ticket will be waived without costs.
    • If an officer certifies on your copy of the ticket that the violation has been corrected, but your copy of the ticket is presented to the Court after the Due Date, then a $45 late charge will be assessed.
    • If the violation has not been corrected by the Due Date, then fines and costs will total $130 plus a late charge of $45.

    NO PROOF OF INSURANCE

    • If your vehicle was covered with insurance at the time the ticket was issued and you can prove it, and your proof is presented to the Court on or before the Due Date, then the ticket will be $25.
    • If your vehicle was covered with insurance at the time the ticket was issued and you can prove it, but your proof is presented to the Court after the Due Date, the fines and costs will be $70.
    • If a valid certificate of insurance is presented to the Court on or before the Due Date, and it shows that the vehicle is covered by insurance which was purchased after the ticket was written, the fines and costs will be $175 (not including any late fee).
    • If a valid certificate of insurance cannot be presented to the Court on or before the Due Date, then fines and costs will be $175 (not including any late charges).

    NO PROOF OF REGISTRATION

    • If a valid, signed certificate of registration is presented to the Court on or before the Due Date, then the ticket will be waived without costs.
    • If proof of a valid certificate of registration is presented to the Court after the Due Date, then a $45 late charge will be assessed.
    • If proof of a valid certificate of registration is not presented to the Court, then fines and costs will be $130 (not including any late charge).

    NO OPERATOR’S LICENSE IN POSSESSION

    • If an officer certifies on your copy of the ticket that a valid operator's license was presented, and your copy of the ticket is presented to the Court on or before the Due Date, the costs will be waived.
    • If a valid operator's license is presented to the Court on or before the Due Date, the costs will be waived.

    EXPIRED OPERATOR'S LICENSE

    Fines for this offense can be resolved if paid on or before the Due Date. To resolve otherwise, you must appear at the Court at 8:15 am, on or before the Due Date.

     

    THIS SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. THE SCHEDULE OF FINES AND COSTS COVER THE MOST FREQUENT VIOLATIONS, AND APPLIES TO PAYMENTS ACCEPTED ON OR BEFORE THE DUE DATE, BUT DOES NOT NECESSARILY APPLY TO CASES HEARD IN COURT.

    MAKE ALL CHECKS PAYABLE TO THE 44th DISTRICT COURT.

    44th District Court
    400 East Eleven Mile Road
    Royal Oak, Michigan 48067
    248-246-3600
    Court Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm weekdays, except holidays

    Updated: 11-22-2010