How do I contact the Police Department?
We are open 24 Hours-a-Day, 7 days a week. and are located at 25 Hecker Ave Darien, Connecticut 06820.
Our main telephone number is (203) 662-5300.
Our Detective Bureau is (203) 662-5330.
Our primary Fax Number is (203) 662-5344.
IN AN EMERGENCY DIAL 911.
How do I obtain a copy of a police report?
If you need a copy of a police report just stop at the station Monday thru Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, except on legal holidays. If this is inconvenient, please call the Records Division at (203) 662-5320. Advising them that you need a copy of a police report, but can't pick it up during the day. A copy of the report will be left at the desk. You can then stop in any time you want and pick it up.
Can I pay my traffic summons at the police station?
No you can not. You may mail in your fine, using the address on the rear of the summons. Certain summons REQUIRE you to appear in court. If you are not sure, just call the courts clerks office at (203) 965-5200 and they will advise you. Parking tickets can be paid at the Police Station during the Records Division hours.
What do I need to do in order to get fingerprinted?
The Darien Police Department provides fingerprinting for civilians. This service is provided on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10AM until 11AM, and Saturdays from 10AM until 12PM. This service is available for Darien residents only. Fingerprint cards are not supplied by the Darien Police Department, and must be obtained from employer.
We are unable to schedule appointments, so you must call (203) 662-5330 just prior to coming in for printing.
There is a five dollar per card charge. The only payment method accepted are personal checks made payable to the Darien Police Department. Cash will not be accepted
Where can I get a pistol permit application?
A Pistol Permit Application for the Town of Darien can be obtained at Office of the Chief of Police during normal business hours.
As a local business person, what should I known when accepting personal checks from customers?
To assist in lessening the instance of worthless checks and aid in the prosecution or restitution in “Bad Check” cases, the following procedures should be followed when accepting personal checks from customers.
Ask for proper identification. A Connecticut drivers license is the best means of identification. Copy the nine-digit drivers license number onto the front of the check. Compare the photograph on the license with the customers. If the customer is personally known to you, be prepared to give a written statement identifying the person who issued the check.
Do not accept post-dated checks. The check should be dated the same day that it is being issued. Checks should be for the full amount of purchase. The check should represent full payment in exchange for something of value, such as goods, money, etc. Do not accept “third party checks." The person getting the item of value should be the person who writes and presents the check to you. Make sure the check is completely filled out.
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