FAQs • Russellville, AR • CivicEngage

How do I go about setting up a neighborhood watch in my area?: The Neighborhood Watch program is a great program to help kick start crime prevention in your neighborhood. The first thing you need to do is call 479-968-3232 and ask for LT. Jones. The process usually consists of you getting a group together and having an initial meeting that consists of general information. This is a great program to get started in your area, and it is very easy to implement.

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Police Department

1. How do I find out if I have a warrant?: Most of our warrant notifications are first sent by mail. If you receive this notification then you need to respond immediately to the paperwork. You can also contact the Police Department between regular business hours at 479-968-3232. Your driver's license is usually suspended upon the issuance of a warrant.

2. How do I go about setting up a neighborhood watch in my area?: The Neighborhood Watch program is a great program to help kick start crime prevention in your neighborhood. The first thing you need to do is call 479-968-3232 and ask for LT. Jones. The process usually consists of you getting a group together and having an initial meeting that consists of general information. This is a great program to get started in your area, and it is very easy to implement.

3. Where do I pick up a police report?: A person can always come to the Police Department during regular business hours and pick up a report, for a small nominal fee.

4. I got a ticket, now what?: There are several different options to take once you receive a ticket. The 1st option is to either pay the ticket online or go to the Russellville Police Department front lobby during normal business hours and pay the ticket using cash, money order, or check with proper ID. The 2nd option is to go to court and discuss with the judge your options with the ticket. The 3rd option is to go to court and plead not guilty and contest the ticket in court.

5. I know where some drug activity or other criminal act is, what do I do to report it anonymously?: There is anonymous tip line you can call at 479-967-2221. You can also call our dispatch at 479-968-0911 and state that you would like to remain anonymous. This number is for more immediate response. A person can also email us anonymously letting us know where the activity is.

6. There are speeders that go up and down my road, what do I do about it?: You can call 479-968-3232 and ask for the Watch Commander during normal business hours or you can email us. Please note specific times this happens and the exact location.

7. I would like somebody to come speak to a group of us about crime prevention or police work in general.: We would love to help you with any of your crime prevention needs please call 479-968-3232 or email us.

8. What do I do if I am contacted by a scammer?: If you have a financial loss in the scam you will need to make a report with the police department. Call 479-968-3232 or 911 if it is an emergency.