Guilderland Police Frequently Asked Questions

 

How Do I Get A Copy Of A Police Incident or Accident Report? Copies of reports are available 3-5 business days after the report is taken, during town business hours 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the second floor of the police department at the Chief's office. A fee is charged.

Will the police unlock my car if I lock my keys inside? The Guilderland Police Department will assist with lockouts in emergency circumstances only. These include, if the vehicle is running, or a child or animal is locked inside.

I am going away on vacation, will the police watch my house for me? Yes, call the non emergency number 356-1501 and tell the dispatcher your going away. The dispatcher takes a property check form which is turned over to officers who will check your residence or business periodically while you're away. You will be required to provide some information such as dates you will be away, names and numbers of contact persons, key holders etc.

I need fingerprints taken for a job, pistol permit, adoption, license, can the police department help me? Effective January 2010, The Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) no longer accepts inked fingerprint cards for civilian purposes such as pistol permit applications, employment, adoptions, and other applications. These fingerprints fingerprints must now be submitted via live scan and only from agencies that participate in the civilian fingerprint submission program. The Guilderland Police Department does not participate in this program.For information on locations to obtain live scan fingerprinting visit L-1 Identity Solutions.

Where can I get a photo ID? The Guilderland Police Department offers Personal Photo Identification Cards. Cards are available M-F 8am-3pm. Contact: F/Sgt. Manny Shulman. A fee is charged.

When is court held? Traffic court is held on Monday evenings at 5:30 p.m. and criminal court is Thursday evenings at 5:30 p.m. For Directions to the court click here.

When can I get my child's car seat installed? The Guilderland Police Department currently has two officers that are NYS certified in installing car seats in automobiles. You can make an appointment with by calling the non-emergency number at 356-1501.

What are the parking regulations for winter snow removal on town roads? Town of Guilderland Local Law #1 (1972) regulates on street parking for snow removal purposes. During the time period of November 1 to April 1, between the hours of 2 AM and 7 AM there is no parking on town roads.

Where can I get information on sex offenders living in Guilderland? Sex offender public notifications that are released by the Guilderland Police Department are posted here on this website, as well as in the police department lobby at the town hall. We also recommend the NYS Sex Offender Registry.