How do I report a crime? Back
If the crime is in progress, call 911 immediately. If the crime did not just occur, or there is no threat to a person's safety or property, call the Fitchburg Police at (608) 270-4300.
Can I make an anonymous complaint? Back
If you wish to make a complaint, you do not always have to provide your name. It is often helpful if you do provide your name so that officers responding can get more detailed information if necessary. Sometimes we need to have a complainant in order to take enforcement action.
Where is the police department located? Back
The Fitchburg Police Department is located near the intersection of Lacy Road and Research Park Drive. The address is 5520 Lacy Road, Fitchburg, WI 53711.
How do I pay a ticket? Back
Tickets can be paid at Fitchburg City Hill between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.. We accept cash, checks (no two party checks), money orders, VISA or MasterCard. Payment can also be made over the phone with VISA or MasterCard by calling the Fitchburg Clerk of Courts at (608) 270-4224.
How do I contact an officer? Back
If you need to contact a particular Fitchburg Officer, please go to our E-mail and Phone Directory, or just call the Fitchburg Police Department at (608) 270-4300.
Where is the municipal court located? Back
Fitchburg Municipal Court is located at 5520 Lacy Road.
What can I do about my noisy neighbors? Back
You can call the Fitchburg Police Department. Fitchburg has the following ordinance regarding noise:
14.01(5) Noises Disturbing the Public Prohibited.
(a) No person shall make or assist in making any noise tending to unreasonably disturb the comfort, quiet or repose of persons in the vicinity thereof. This provision shall not apply if the making and continuing of the noise cannot be prevented and is necessary for the protection or preservation of property or of the health, safety, life or limb of some person.
(b) No person, firm or corporation occupying or having charge of any building or premises, or any part thereof, shall cause or allow any loud, excessive or unusual noise in the operation or use of any radio, phonograph, tape recorder, loud speaker or other mechanical or electrical device, instrument or machine, which noise shall unreasonably disturb the comfort, quiet or repose of persons therein or in the vicinity.
(c) Except when necessary to protect the public health, safety or welfare, no person, firm, or corporation shall cause or allow any noise between the hours of 12:00 midnight and 7:00 a.m. or between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 12:00 midnight on any day as a result of excavating, grading, building, constructing, or otherwise erecting any building.
What can I do about annoying or harassing phone calls? Back
Harassing or annoying phone calls can be hang-up calls, calls in which the caller doesn't say anything, calls in which the caller is verbally abusive or harassing, or calls from someone who you do not want calling your home.
If you are getting annoying or harassing phone calls, tell the caller to stop calling you. If the calls persist, or if the caller was threatening, contact the Fitchburg Police Department at (608) 270-4300. Fitchburg has an ordinance against these types of phone calls. An officer will respond and take your complaint. If you know the number of the person who called you, or know the person's name, please provide that to the police. If the caller and phone number are not known, you can contact the phone company with the name of the police officer you spoke to and the case number. If calls continue, document the date/time of any additional calls and contact the officer that responded to your original complaint.
How can I compliment an officer or other department member? Back
You can call the Fitchburg Police Department at (608) 270-4300 or you can complete a form online by clicking here.
How can I make a complaint about the department or member? Back
You can call the Fitchburg Police Department at (608) 270-4300 or you can complete a form online by clicking here.
How can I make a suggestion or comment about the department? Back
You can call the Fitchburg Police Department at (608) 270-4300 or you can complete a form online by clicking here.
Does the Fitchburg Police Department offer a Ride-Along program? Back
We have a Ride-Along program. An interested person needs to call the police department at (608) 270-4300 to obtain and complete the Ride-Along request form. All Ride-Along requests must be approved by the Police Chief. If your request is approved, you will be contacted and a date and time will be scheduled for you to ride with an officer. Persons under 18 years of age can ride with an officer with the approval of the Police Chief.
Can an officer come and speak or give a presentation to my group? Back
We are always willing to speak and give a presentation to your group. Telephone the department at (608) 270-4300 and make your request. An officer will contact you to schedule the presentation.
Do you offer tours of the Fitchburg Police Department? Back
We encourage tours of the police department. It gives us a chance to meet you and have you meet some of the police officers and see what we do daily. You will see the communication center, our jail holding cells, officers' briefing room and the police cars. To schedule a tour, telephone the police department at (608) 270-4300. We are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
How do I find information about neighborhood watch programs? Back
The Fitchburg Police Department partners with the active neighborhood groups. We can provide you with the contact person to inquire about joining the neighborhood watch on your street. If you wish to start a neighborhood watch program, contact the Police Department at (608) 270-4300. We will meet with you and explain how neighborhood watch works. An Officer will attend a neighborhood meeting to explain crime prevention measures and how to report a crime.
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