Who is a crime victim?
For more information please see www.victimsrightstoolkit.org.
FAQ Topic: Police FAQs
What is the Police personnel policy on complaints?
Please view the West Milton Police Department personnel complaint policy here.
How do I get my child safety seat inspected?
The West Milton Police Division offers free child safety seat inspections by NHTSA certified inspectors. Inspections are performed by appointment, generally between 3 p.m. and 11 pm, but other times may be available if necessary. Helpful information during the inspections include topics such as safety seat recalls, proper installation, appropriate seats for a child’s age, … Continued
What is the Ohio Collaborative Community Police Advisory Board?
The West Milton Police Division is a Level Three Certified Law Enforcement Agency. Ohio Collaborative Community Police Advisory Board: The Ohio Collaborative, a 12-person panel of law enforcement experts and community leaders from throughout the state, established state standards – for the first time in Ohio’s history – on August 28, 2015, for use of … Continued
What do I do if I lost or found property?
The Police Division has recovered several lost or found items over time. Every effort is made to return these items to their rightful owners. If you have any lost or stolen items, that you believe may have been recovered, please call (937) 698-2677 to set up an appointment to view recovered item(s) for identification.
I am digging in my yard, who do I need to notify and how, so that I don’t hit any lines?
Residents should call 811 prior to digging in their yard and request the location of underground facilities near your proposed digging site.
I am going out of town, do you have a vacation house check process?
Yes the Village Police Department will check on a residents’ property while they are away on vacation. Please stop by the Village office at 701 S. Miami St. to complete the vacation house check form, which will passed on to the police department. You may also print the form from our website and return to … Continued
Does your village require a solicitor’s permit?
The Municipality of West Milton is proactive when it comes to citizen needs. Council passed legislation regarding vendors and door-to-door sales/advertising. The Village of West Milton does require a solicitor’s permit. This can be obtained by stopping into the Village office at 701 S. Miami St. You will need to bring completed background check and … Continued
Where can I dispose of old medicine?
The West Milton Police Division is pleased to offer a prescription drug drop box, designed for year round disposal of outdated or unneeded pharmaceuticals. Individuals wanting further information can also go to www.rxdrugdropbox.org to locate take-back boxes across the country. Unintentional drug overdoses are Ohio’s leading cause of accidental death. Now, you can safely dispose … Continued
Who do I call about police-related non-emergencies?
The best way is to contact the West Milton Police Department is to utilize the non-emergency dispatch number, 937-440-9911, and an officer who is on duty will be able to assist you. You may call the station number 937-698-2677. The station is not always manned but in a non-emergency situation you can leave an officer … Continued