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Self-Service GuidesPick a task and we will walk you through it: what to bring, where to go, what it costs and how long it takes. For emergencies, always call 911.
File a report, buy a copy of a crash report, request public records under FOIA, or provide a written statement to investigators.
File a Police Report
Three ways to file a non-emergency police report with Chesterfield Township Police: online through D.O.R.S., by phone, or in person at the station.
View guidePurchase an Accident Report
Crash reports written by Chesterfield Township officers are purchased online through LexisNexis, any time of day. No computer? Records staff can help you at the lobby window.
View guideSubmit a FOIA Request
Request police reports, crash reports and other public records in writing by email or at the Records window. Responses are due within 5 business days.
View guideSubmit a Witness Statement
Saw a crime or incident in Chesterfield Township? Complete a Voluntary Statement Form and bring it to the station or arrange a meeting with a detective.
View guideFirearm purchase permits, pistol registration and ink fingerprint cards are handled at the Records window during posted hours.
Request a Background Check
Find the right background check for employment, licensing or volunteer work: Michigan ICHAT online, FBI checks through your agency, or ink fingerprint cards here.
View guideGet a Handgun Purchase Permit
Apply in person at the Records Department for a Michigan license to purchase a firearm. A $5.00 notary fee applies and the permit is valid for 30 days.
View guideRegister a Pistol
Michigan requires pistols to be registered. Return the completed Pistol Sales Record (RI-060) to the Records Department within 10 days of acquiring the pistol.
View guideGet Fingerprinted
Ink fingerprint cards for Chesterfield Township residents, $5.00 per card at the Records window. Bring your own cards. Livescan is not available.
View guideReport a crime, share a tip anonymously, get help after a sexual assault, or let us know about an abandoned vehicle, a nuisance, or an officer's conduct.
Report a Crime
Call 911 for a crime in progress. For crimes that already happened, call the non-emergency line, file online for eligible incidents, or submit an anonymous tip.
View guideSubmit a Tip
Share information about a crime or suspicious activity in Chesterfield Township anonymously through Crime Stoppers, the department tip line, or by email.
View guideReport a Sexual Assault
You can report a sexual assault at any time, in the way that feels right for you. Detectives, medical care and the HAVEN 24-hour crisis line are all available.
View guideReport an Abandoned Vehicle
Report abandoned vehicles on public streets to the non-emergency line. Private property owners with proper signage may contact their tow company directly.
View guideReport a Nuisance
Noise, disorderly gatherings and other active nuisances go to the police non-emergency line. Property conditions such as overgrowth and dumping go to Township Code Enforcement.
View guideSubmit a Compliment or Complaint
Recognize an employee for exceptional service or file a formal complaint about conduct. Complaints are reviewed by the Professional Standards Division.
View guidePay a ticket through the 42-2 District Court, drop off unused medication, and find department policies and township ordinances.
Pay a Ticket
Tickets written by Chesterfield Township Police are paid to or contested at the 42-2 District Court in New Baltimore, online, by mail or in person.
View guideDispose of Unused Prescriptions
Use the free, anonymous Med Return bin in the police station lobby, open 24 hours a day, or bring medication to National Prescription Drug Take Back Day each April and October.
View guideView Policies and Procedures
The department's 178 policies meet MLEAC accreditation standards. Ask about a specific policy or request public policy records through FOIA.
View guideView Township Ordinances
Chesterfield Township ordinances on noise, parking, alarms and property maintenance are published online. The police department enforces them alongside state law.
View guideCan't find what you need?
Call the non-emergency line at (586) 949-2322, available 24 hours a day, or send us a message.