Grain Valley Police Departemnt

 

 

                                                                                                           

                                                                                   

Phone 816-847-6250     711 Main Street, Grain Valley, Missouri 64029      Fax: 816-847-6259

 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  

 

 

 

 

 

                     

 

                  

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Question:
How do I get in touch with an Officer on the weekend?

Answer:
If you need an officer between Friday at 6:00 pm and Monday 7:00 am please call the Jackson County Sheriff Department at 816-524-4300.  They will dispatch an officer to your location or have the officer give you a call.  For all emergencies call 911.          

Question:
When can I get a copy of a report?

Answer:
Generally reports are available 5 – 7 business days after the initial report was taken unless the incident is still under investigation.  Please see Report Requests

Question:
What are the qualifications to become a police officer?

Answer:
You must be 21 years of age, a high school graduate, and a Missouri POST Class A License is required (www.dps.state.mo.us). For more information please see Recruitment.

Question:
When are the weather sirens tested?

Answer:
Early Warning Sirens will be tested on the first Wednesday of each month at 11:00 a.m. Sirens will not be tested during threatening weather. *When weather conditions warrant the activation of the Early Warning Siren system, an “all clear” will not be given. Residents need to tune into a local radio or TV channel for information.

Question:
Do I need a permit to have a parade or block party?

Answer:
Yes a Special Event application needs to be completed and approved by Police Administration. Once received the officers are notified.  If cones and/or barricades are needed Public Works will also be notified.  Please be respectful of surrounding houses or streets.  If the Police Department receives complaints of noise or any other disturbance you may be asked to end your event.   

Question:
How do I set up a Neighborhood Watch Program?

Answer:
Contact Officer Jon Davidson at the Grain Valley Police Department 816-847-6250 ext. 825 or visit Neighborhood Watch.

Question:
Can I obtain crime statistics?

Answer:
Please see Crime Stats.

Question:
If I lock my keys in my car, can an officer help me open it?

Answer:
Officers are not authorized to make entries into vehicles except in emergency situations (i.e. child locked in car). You should call a locksmith, a tow company, or your auto club.

Question:
How can I obtain a release for my impounded vehicle?

Answer:
The vehicle will only be released to the registered owner.  If you are the registered owner, you need to bring your driver’s license and proof of ownership (i.e. title) to the police station.  An Officer or the administrative staff will sign the release form you need to pick up your vehicle.

Question:
When am I required to stop for a school bus?

Answer:
A driver shall stop upon meeting or overtaking from either direction any school bus which has stopped for the purpose of receiving or discharging students or other passengers, signaled by the flashing red lights and stop arm. A driver shall not proceed until the bus resumes motion or until signaled by its driver to proceed.

Question:
Is there a curfew?

Answer:
Persons 16 years and younger shall not be in or upon any public place within the city between the hours of 11:00 pm and 5 am Sunday through Thursday and Midnight and 5:00 am Friday and Saturday unless accompanied by parent or guardian or going to or from employment.

 

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