Police Department

• Our Mission

• D.A.R.E. Program

• K-9 Unit

• Frequently Asked Questions

• Law Enforcement Conference

• Gun Safety

• Child Safety Seat Law

• Helpful Links

• Contact Information

• Bid On Surplus Items

Our Mission

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D.A.R.E. Program

D.A.R.E. means Drug Abuse Resistance Education, and the Lawrenceburg Police Department is proud to support this highly acclaimed program. The goal of the program is to give our children the skills they need to avoid involvement in drugs, gangs, and violence.
 

The D.A.R.E. Program requires officers to have 80 hours of special training in child development, classroom management, teaching techniques, and communication skills. Officers work closely with school administrators, teachers, and the children at elementary schools - spending time in the classrooms, on the playground, in the cafeteria, and at school events. This relationship is key to the success of the program, as the children can freely ask questions and discuss situations that they face on a daily basis. Sixth graders who complete the D.A.R.E. program have a graduation ceremony and receive a special certificate.
 

For more information about the Lawrenceburg Police Department's D.A.R.E. program, please contact Chief Terry Shay at 762-2276, or visit the national D.A.R.E. website at www.dare.com.

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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

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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

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 762-1225.

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Child Safety Seat Law

• 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.

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Helpful Links

National Weather Service

Sex Offenders

Southeast Law Enforcement Training Seminar

TN Highway Patrol

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Contact Information

If you have an emergency: dial 911

Calls for Police assistance (non-emergency): 762-0450 (24 hours/day)

Lawrenceburg Police Department: 762-2276

To report tips on crimes, please call the Criminal Investigation Division:
762-6837 or 762-2276

The Shelter Crisis Intervention Service: 762-1115

Domestic Violence Division: 766-1279 or 762-2276

Wildlife Resources: 762-0450 or 762-3626

For information on City Court or fines: 762-2276

Tennessee Highway Patrol: 766-1425 or 1-800-736-1759

Tennessee road conditions: 1-800-342-3258

For any emergency service, dial 911
(Fire, Police, or Ambulance)

Bid On Surplus Items

Click on the icon below to take you to the Lawrenceburg Police Department, TN surplus items online auction on GovDeals.

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