Does the Police Department unlock vehicles?



How do I obtain a Concealed Weapons Permit?
Permits may be obtained from the Augusta Police Department at the Communications Center. Applicants must be a resident of Augusta, have completed a firearms safety course, and submit a check or money order for $35.00 at the time of submission of the application for first time permits and $20.00 for renewals.
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How do I register a bicycle?
Registrations are obtained at the Augusta Police Department at no cost. Applicants must have the bicycle with them or the serial number and complete description of the bicycle at the time of registration.
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How do I get a copy of an accident or police report?
Reports may be obtained at the Augusta Police Department by contacting the records division, M-F, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm in person or by phone at 207-626-2370/ext. 206 or 207. Reports cost $5.00, per report, for the first five pages and .25 cents for each additional page over five pages.
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How do I register a complaint about a Police Officer?
Contact any on duty supervisor at the Augusta Police Department. Contact may be in person, by phone, or by mail.
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How do I make a report to the police?
Contact the Augusta Police Department's Communications Center at 911 for emergencies and at 207-626-2370/ext 0 for non-emergency complaints.
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How do I get a restraining order?
Restraining orders may be obtained at the Southern Kennebec County District Court, 145 State Street, Augusta, Maine M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00pm. Criminal conduct on the part of the person you are going to request a restraining order against may be reported to the police department having jurisdiction where the offense occurred.
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What are the Operating Hours of the Police Department?
The uniformed Patrol Division and Communications Center are open (24) hours a day, (365) days a year. The Records, Criminal Investigation Division (detectives), and Traffic Bureau are open M-F, 7:30 am - 4:00pm.
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How do I contact the Animal Control Officer?
The Animal Control Officer may be reached by calling the Augusta Police Department's Communications Center at 207-626-2370/ext. 0.
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Does the Police Department do fingerprints for the Public?
Fingerprints may be obtained at the Augusta Police Department for a fee of $10.00
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Does the Police Department Unlock Vehicles?
Due to liability reasons, the Augusta Police Department no longer unlocks vehicles. Persons in need of assistance may contact AAA Road Service if they are an AAA member, a wrecker service, or a locksmith. Spare keys may also be obtained from the dealership where the vehicle was purchased.
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