Frequently Asked Questions

In the Police and Municipal Building at 723 S. Lewis St.

Yes. The Patrol Division, Central Communications Division, and Detention Center are operational 24 hours per day, 7 days per week to provide both emergency and non-emergency services.

Yes. There are several officers who work in this capacity. Undercover officers carry Stillwater Police Department (SPD) badges and identification cards.

There is no time limit. The situation and circumstances will determine the appropriate response.

No. Stillwater does not currently have a curfew ordinance.

Call the anonymous tip line at (405) 533-8477 (TIPS)

For emergencies (animal bites, vicious animals at large, etc), you may call the Stillwater Police Department at (405) 372-4171. For non-emergencies, leave a message at (405) 372-0334, and an officer will return your call the next business day.

Only those applying with the department may request a ride-along. These may be arranged with the Training Division at (405) 742-8305.

No. The Stillwater Police Department (SPD) does not operate a citizen volunteer or reserve officer program. However, there are a limited number of reserve police officers working for the SPD, including medical personnel who are part of our department’s tactical team.

No. The Stillwater Police Department does not have an explorer program.

Yes. Stillwater police officers are allowed to work off-duty security assignments, provided the assignments are arranged through the department. If you are interested in hiring an off-duty police officer, contact the Operations Captain at (405) 742-8251.

Note: Police officers are not allowed to work in the off-duty capacity at establishments that serve alcoholic beverages.

Yes. We have a variety of informative public programs. To learn more about what programs are available or to schedule a public appearance, call (405) 533-8485.

1. Visit the Police Station
2. Bring the following printed documents with you:
   1. Proof of valid registration showing you as the owner of vehicle,
   2. Proof of valid Insurance coverage on the vehicle,
3. Bring a driver (you or other) with a valid driver’s license to drive the vehicle.

If you are attempting to retrieve a vehicle that belongs to someone else, you must have a Notarized Letter from the owner specifically identifying you as authorized to retrieve.

A member of the SPD team will take copies of all these documents and then process the release. You will be required to sign the release form.

You will then take the release document to the tow company.

There is no charge for SPD to release the vehicle. The tow company will charge you.

SPD does not determine what that release charge will be.

A vehicle can be released at any time. If you arrive after normal office hours you may have to wait. You should bring all printed documents with you if you arrive after normal business hours – it is not possible to receive electronic documents outside of those hours.

Normal Business hours (excluding holidays) are: Monday - Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. and Friday, 7:30-11:30 a.m.

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