File a Police Report
How Do IThree 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.
There are three ways to file a non-emergency police report with the Chesterfield Township Police Department, and the right one depends on what happened. Incidents with no known suspect, such as lost property, identity theft or vandalism, can be reported through the Citizens Online Police Report System at any hour, with a case number issued immediately and a free printable copy. Anything that needs an officer on scene should come in by phone.
The Department Online Reporting System (D.O.R.S.) has accepted citizen reports since 2021. It covers non-criminal matters such as civil complaints, harassment, private property accidents and lost property, plus certain property crimes like retail fraud when there is no way to develop a suspect. In 2025, the Records Department handled 1,890 police reports.
Step by Step
Confirm Online Filing Is Right for You
Answer yes to all four: this is not an emergency, the incident occurred within Chesterfield Township, there are no known suspects, and it did not occur on a state freeway. If any answer is no, report by phone or in person instead.
Start Your Report Online
Turn off pop-up blocking software, open the Citizens Online Police Report System and click Select Incident. Review the list of incident types with definitions and examples, then complete the form. When you see the words Your online police report has been submitted, the report is complete, you will be given a case number, and you can print a copy for your records.
Or Call the Non-Emergency Line
Call (586) 949-2322 any time. A dispatcher will take your report by phone or send an officer to meet you, depending on the situation.
Or Visit the Station
Come to the lobby at 46525 Continental Drive, Chesterfield Township, MI 48047. An officer or Records staff member will help you. The lobby is open 24 hours a day; Records is open during posted public hours for copies of reports.
Keep Your Case Number
Your case number is how you will reference the report later, whether you need a copy for insurance, follow up with a detective or file a FOIA request. If an officer review determines more investigation is needed, you may be contacted.
Ways to Get This Done
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of incidents can I report online?
Custody order violation, damage to property, harassing phone call, hit and run, identity theft, information only, lost property, neighbor dispute, private property accident, property check, thefts, traffic complaint, vandalism and supplements to an existing report. The full list with definitions and examples appears on the Select Incident page.
What do I do if online reporting is not right for me?
If your incident is an emergency, call 911. For a non-emergency, call (586) 949-2322 and a dispatcher will take the report or send an officer. Every online report is reviewed, and you may be contacted if further investigation is needed.
What is a known suspect?
A known suspect is when you or someone else knows the person who committed the crime, knows where to find that person, or has the license plate number of the vehicle the suspect was in. Incidents with a known suspect must be reported by phone or in person.
What if it happened in another city or on a state freeway?
The online system only accepts incidents that occurred within Chesterfield Township. Contact the police department for the city where it happened. For incidents on a state freeway, contact the Michigan State Police post nearest you.
Will I get a copy of my report?
Online reports can be printed for free as soon as you finish. Copies of officer-written reports are available through the Records Department; a FOIA request may be required.
Is filing a false report a crime?
Yes. Filing a false police report is a crime under Michigan law, whether the report is made online, by phone or in person.