Police Services

The DeWitt Charter Township Police Department offers a variety of services to the public. Detailed information on the services listed below can be obtained by contacting the Police Department administrative offices at (517) 669-6578 or by e-mail at police@dewitttownship.org. Charges for these services, if applicable, can be viewed online by clicking on the Police Fee Schedule.

Bicycle License

Township residents can bring their bicycle to the Police Department to have its serial number and make/model recorded. A bicycle license will be provided which will aid in the recovery of the bicycle should it be lost or stolen. There is no charge for this service.

Fingerprinting

Non-criminal fingerprinting is often necessary to qualify for pre-employment or special licensure purposes. This service is provided during regular business hours of the administrative office. There are different procedures for fingerprint cards that will remain in-state and those which will be sent out-of-state. Please call ahead to ensure that the Township can process your request and that appropriate staff is available. There is a small fee for this service.

Handgun Registrations (Township Residents Only)

Residents who legally obtain a handgun through use of a pre-issued Permit to Purchase or with a Carrying Concealed Weapons (CCW) Permit (issued after July 1, 2001 only) may register their new handgun at the Police Department at no charge. This process is usually completed while you wait. A check of National law enforcement databases is run on the firearm to assure it has not been reported stolen. Then the firearm registration process, as required by State law, is completed and documentation of the new registration is provided to the buyer and State. Gun locks are also available at no charge.

McGruff

The Police Department owns a McGruff costume, and regularly provides McGruff appearances for community events. If you have an event and would like to include McGruff, please contact the administrative office to make your request.

Notary Service

The Police Department maintains staff with the ability to notarize documents. Please call ahead to ensure the appropriate staff is available. There is no charge for this service.

PBTs – Court Ordered

Courts will often require probationary conditions for subjects under their supervision to undergo Preliminary Breath Testing (PBT) to assure that no alcoholic beverages are being used. Township residents under these conditions may receive PBTs at no charge while non-residents of the Township will be charged a small fee for each PBT administered. This service is provided at the Police Department Monday through Friday (except on holidays) between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. and also between 6:45 a.m. – 7:15 a.m. & 6:45 p.m. – 7:15 p.m., seven days a week, including holidays.

Police Reports

Once approved, reports may be viewed at the administrative office during regular business hours at no charge. Copies of approved reports are available for a fee.

Property Checks

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