The Westminster Police Department Patrol Division is the largest Division within the department. Patrol is where some of the most important work is done by police personnel, and without it, a police department would have no way to preliminarily contact citizens, service the community, and gather information.
Only highly motivated, highly trained, and dedicated persons can fulfill requirements necessary to work patrol. Officers begin their careers "on the line", working the streets to gather knowledge and experience necessary to serve the community. Without fundamentals learned in patrol, an officer can never fulfill true obligations to the public or department. In addition, Patrol Officers have the awesome, often dangerous responsibility of handling all in-progress crime calls, and making split-second life and death decisions. Patrol Officers have to deal with violent offenders on a regular basis, and do so with the ultimate goal of making the streets safer for all citizens.
It is important to remember that the Patrol Division operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, everyday of the year, without fail. It is for these reasons that when you hear the title “patrol officer”, we want you to think of dedication to quality service, excellent teamwork, and individual accountability.
I am the victim in a pending criminal case, and want to know if the defendant has been released from jail.
The VINE Program is probably your best source of information.VINE stands for Victim Information and Notification Everyday, and is a free and anonymous service providing victims of crime with information and notification of the custody status of offenders in Orange County Jail.VINE is updated every 15 minutes.
In order to use this service, VINE requires the victim to register by calling a telephone number to create a 4 digit Personal ID Number (PIN).After registering, the victim then provides the offender’s name (or alias) and the case number (or booking number) to receive the lastest information. Call 1-800-721-8021 to use VINE today!
I have information about a crime.
If you have information about illegal activity in progress that constitutes an immediate threat to someone’s physical safety or property, contact the emergency number of the police department (911).Otherwise, if you have information about a crime that has occurred in the City of Westminster, then contact the police department via our business line (714-898-3315) to report the information you have.
I have information regarding an arson.
If you have information about illegal activity in progress that constitutes an immediate threat to someone’s physical safety or property, contact the emergency number of the police department (911).Otherwise, if you have information about a crime that has occurred in the City of Westminster, then contact the police department via our business line (714-898-3315) to report the information you have.
I have a complaint regarding a police officer's behavior.
Complaints against police department personnel may be reported one of three ways: 1) over the telephone with the Watch Commander or other on-duty supervisor, 2) in person with a supervisor, either at the police department or a designated site in the field, or 3) in written form via the mail, addressed to the Westminster Police Department. Although it is important for us to know who is reporting circumstances, anonymous complaints are also accepted.
Westminster Police Department
8200 Westminster Blvd. Westminster, CA 92683
(714) 898-3315
Business Lobby Hours
Monday - Sunday (7:00 am - 7:00 pm)*
*Reduced business lobby hours on city recognized holidays
I want to report a burglary.
If you have information about illegal activity in progress that constitutes an immediate threat to someone’s physical safety or property, contact the emergency number of the police department (911).Otherwise, if you have information about a crime that has occurred in the City of Westminster, then contact the police department via our business line (714-898-3315) to report the information you have.
I want to report a child in danger. If the child is in immediate danger, please call 911. If you suspect that a child is being neglected or abused, you should call the ChildAbuseRegistry at (800) 207-4464.
I want to report a hate crime.
If you have information about illegal activity in progress that constitutes an immediate threat to someone’s physical safety or property, contact the emergency number of the police department (911).Otherwise, if you have information about a crime that has occurred in the City of Westminster, then contact the police department via our business line (714-898-3315) to report the information you have.
I want to report child abuse.
If you have information about illegal activity in progress that constitutes an immediate threat to someone’s physical safety or property, contact the emergency number of the police department (911).Otherwise, if you have information about a crime that has occurred in the City of Westminster, then contact the police department via our business line (714-898-3315) to report the information you have.
I want to report drug dealing.
If you have information about illegal activity in progress that constitutes an immediate threat to someone’s physical safety or property, contact the emergency number of the police department (911).Otherwise, if you have information about a crime that has occurred in the City of Westminster, then contact the police department via our business line (714-898-3315) to report the information you have.
I want to report elder abuse. If the Senior is in immediate danger please call 911. If you suspect that a Senior is being neglected or abused, you should call Adult Protective Service at (800) 451-5155.
I want to report spousal abuse.
If you have information about illegal activity in progress that constitutes an immediate threat to someone’s physical safety or property, contact the emergency number of the police department (911).Otherwise, if you have information about a crime that has occurred in the City of Westminster, then contact the police department via our business line (714-898-3315) to report the information you have.
Where can I get my bicycle licensed? Our Police Explorers will license your bicycle every Saturday from 9:00am to 12noon. There is a $10 fee for the registration.
Who do I contact about noisy neighbors?
There are laws in place regarding loud and unreasonable noise, and intentionally disturbing another person’s peace. Generally, complaints of this nature should not be called in via the 911 system. Instead, call the police department business line (714-898-3315) and report the situation so the proper response can be determined.
