Ride-Along Request

The Chesterfield Township Police Department Ride-Along Program lets civilians, students and community members observe patrol operations first-hand by accompanying an officer during an assigned shift. The program is designed to build transparency and trust and to give residents an authentic look at the work that goes into keeping the township safe.

Ride-alongs are subject to officer and supervisor approval and may be modified or cancelled because of departmental needs or the nature of active incidents. To participate, you must complete and sign the Ride-Along Release Form and receive approval from the department before your scheduled ride.

The release includes a release and indemnity agreement and a HIPAA observer agreement. Participants are prohibited from discussing individual patients, their treatment or any information that could identify them with anyone other than the personnel conducting the ride. The form is signed by the participant, the Operations Commander and the Director of Public Safety or a designee.

What You Will Need

• Be 18 years of age or older. Minors may be eligible with parental consent; contact the department to ask.
• Complete and sign the Ride-Along Release Form before the scheduled date, including your date of birth, address, reason for the ride and an emergency contact.
• Have no active warrants and pass a basic background inquiry.
• Arrive at the department and sign in before the start of the officer's shift.
• Follow all officer and supervisory directions during the ride.
• Do not interfere with police operations or interact with subjects.
• Understand that the ride may be cancelled or modified because of active incidents or operational needs.

How to Submit