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Police Chief Judy Moore

Police Chief Judy Moore

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Our Mission

Police Chief Judy Moore says, "The members of Police Officer and small child.

the Lawrenceburg Police Department are dedicated to serving the community by providing protection of life and property, as well as promoting safety.
"Both civilian and sworn personnel of the Department strive to provide a high quality of police services for the citizens of Lawrenceburg through a high standard of professionalism and training." Lawrenceburg Police Vehicle

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K-9 Unit

The Lawrenceburg Police Department has a narcotic detection dog named

Chad - a black Labrador Retriever. K-9 teams must be certified by a panel of judges in order to work the streets and be reliable in court. The judges not only certify the teams but also keep score of each performance. The top-scoring teams are awarded trophies and medallions.

The certification and field trials for Narcotic Detection Dogs are divided into two categories: Indoor Hides (rooms) and Outdoor Hides (vehicles). The Indoor Hides consist of three rooms (approx. 200 sq. ft. each), two narcotic hides, and a time limit of ten minutes. Each team can score a maximum of 100 points. The Outdoor Hides consist of five vehicles, two narcotic hides, and a time limit of ten minutes. Again, each team can score a maximum of 100 points. The two scores are then combined to obtain the total team score.

The Lawrenceburg K-9 team has historically scored well in the trials and is a great asset to the Police Department.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I get a copy of a Police Report?
A copy of any report generated by the Lawrenceburg Police Department can be obtained at the Station, located at 233 W. Gaines Street in Lawrenceburg. These include accident and incident reports. Office hours are 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday.
Is there a charge for copies of reports?
A copy of a traffic accident crash report costs $5.00. A copy of an offense or incident report is provided at no charge.
How soon after an accident can a copy of a report be obtained?
A copy of a traffic crash report may be available in three to five days. A copy of an offense or incident report may be available in three to five days.
Where do I pay a traffic ticket?
Tickets may be paid at the Police Department at 233 W. Gaines Street in Lawrenceburg. No personal checks are accepted; payment should be made using money orders, cashiers' checks, or cash.
Can I mail payment for a fine?
Yes, payments may be mailed, unless you are otherwise advised by the officer when the ticket was issued. The amount of the fine and mailing address are on the back of the ticket.
If I go to City Court, where is it located?
The Court is located at the Police Department in City Hall, at 233 West Gaines Street in Lawrenceburg. All City Court times are 8:00 A.M. on Friday. The date will be listed at the bottom of your pink ticket.

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Law Enforcement Conference

The City of Lawrenceburg is host to the annual Southeast Law Enforcement Training Seminar for law enforcement professionals, including the annual forensic seminar and law enforcement exposition. The conference is held at the historic Crockett Theater in Lawrenceburg. The Regional Organized Crime Information Center- ROCIC, U.S. Attorneys Office, Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs, and Columbia State Community College help sponsor this event.

A key speaker is Dr. Henry Lee. Dr. Lee has assisted law enforcement agencies and investigated 6,000 major investigations and cases around the world. He has testified more than 1,000 times in both criminal and civil cases. Dr. Lee serves as a consultant for 300 police and law enforcement agencies. He has also served as an expert witness in many high-profile investigations and national and internationally known cases.

See www.SELETS.com for further information.:

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Gun Safety

The Lawrenceburg Police Department is pleased to provide gun safety locks at no charge, with the help of Project ChildSafe. These devices will help prevent gun accidents by disabling the weapon. Remember, only people can prevent gun accidents; keep your family safe by keeping your guns safe.

You may pick up gun safety locks from the Police Department at 233 W. Gaines Street in Lawrenceburg between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday.

Gun Safety Tips:

Be sure you know how your firearm operates.
Always keep a gun pointed in a safe direction.
Never assume that a firearm is unloaded.
Always keep your finger off the trigger, even when handling an unloaded gun.
Unloaded firearms should be stored in a locked cabinet, safe, gun vault, or storage case.
Unloaded firearms can be secured with a gun locking device.
Store ammunition in a locked location separate from firearms.
Always re-check firearms carefully to confirm that they are unloaded when you remove them from storage.

Tell Your Children:

Don't go looking for guns in your house or a friend's house. Don't let other kids look for guns in your house.
If you find a gun in your house - or anywhere else - STOP! Leave it alone. Don't touch it. Don't let anyone else touch it. Leave the area and be sure to tell an adult at once.
Even if a gun looks like a toy, don't touch it. Some real guns may look like toy guns, so don't take a chance. Leave the area and immediately tell an adult.

Remember...if you find a gun, don't pick it up. Just leave it alone, and go tell an adult right away!

Gun Permit Course:

The Natchez Trace Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #33 offers a hand gun carry permit course. Participants must be 21 years or older. There is a cost. For more information, contact Terry Beecham at (931) 762-1225.

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Child Safety Seat Law

Child's Age/Wt./Ht.	Type of Seat	Location of Seat
0-1 year 20 lbs. or less	Rear-facing	Rear seat if available*
1 year - 3 years Greater than 20 lbs.	Forward facing	Rear seat if available
4 years - 8 years Less than 5' tall	Belt positioning booster seat**	Rear seat if available
9 years - 12 years Or greater than 5' tall	Seat belt system	Rear seat recommended
13 years -17 years	Must be belted

* NEVER place an infant in front of an airbag!
** Booster seats require both lap and shoulder belts!

Seats must meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and be used according to child safety restraint system and vehicle manufacturer's instructions.
Any child who has special needs and cannot be safely transported in a conventional child restraint requires a doctor's prescription for a specially modified seat.
Proper occupant protection for children under age 16 is the responsibility of the parent, if present. Otherwise the driver is accountable for these passengers.

Why Booster Seats?

Young children who have outgrown their car seats are still too small for an adult lap and shoulder belt. When these young children wear adult seat belts they can suffer serious injuries to the head, neck, spinal cord, and abdomen. All it takes is a BOOST to put them in the proper position for the adult lap/shoulder belt to protect them!

Booster Seat 5-Step Test

Does the child sit all the way back against the auto seat?
Do the child's knees bend comfortably at the edge of the auto seat?
Does the belt cross the shoulder between the neck and arm?
Is the lap belt as low as possible, touching the thighs?
Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip?

If you answered NO to any of these questions, your child needs a booster seat to ride safely in the car.

For more information, call: 1/800 BELTS or visit: www.tntrafficsafety.org. The Lawrenceburg Police Department has certified Child Safety Seat Technicians who can help with questions regarding proper use of child safety seats. If you need assistance, please call (931) 762-2276.

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