Police Department

Mailing and Physical Address: 325 Metcalf Street Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284 Phone: 360-855-0111 Fax: (360) 855-0196 EMERGENCY: DIAL 911 Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday

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General Information

The Sedro-Woolley Police Department is a full-service department providing 24-hour law enforcement services within the city limits. The department has an authorized strength of 14 sworn officers - 1 Chief, 1 Lieutenant, 1 Patrol Sergeant, 1 Detective Sergeant, 2 Detectives and 7 Patrol Officers. The department also has a Graffiti Abatement Officer, an Offender Work Program Supervisor and a Reserve Police Officer Program. Additionally, there is 1 Administrative Secretary, 1 Records Supervisor, 1 Records/Evidence Clerk, 1 part-time Receptionist and 1 part-time Transcriptionist. We are fortunate to have senior volunteers that help with office work, as well as vacation checks. The department has a hostage negotiator assigned to a county-wide response team, as well as other special purposes. The Sedro-Woolley Police Department is located within the new Municipal Building at 325 Metcalf Street.

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Staff

CHIEF OF POLICE: WOOD, DOUG S. email: dwood@ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us
LIEUTENANT: TUCKER, L. email: ltucker@ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us
SERGEANTS: DOUGHER, M. email: mdougher@ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us McILRAITH, D.  email: dmcilraith@ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us
DETECTIVES: HARRIS, J. PIERCE, D.	ADMIN. SECRETARY: WINNIE
RECORDS CLERK: TAMARA DAVID	RECEPTIONIST: ARIEL
TRANSCRIPTIONIST: LORI	OFFICERS: HOLMBERG, K. EATON, P. LAZARON, T. STORIE, B MUSGROVE, A. ELLIS, M. SORSDAL, H. VOLLANS, M.
GRAFFITI ABATEMENT: PARK, B.	RESERVE OFFICERS: SHERIDAN, N. BUDROW, P.

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Noise

Chapter 9.46 PUBLIC DISTURBANCE NOISE Sections: 9.46.010       Intent. 9.46.020       Unlawful acts designated. 9.46.030       Exemptions. 9.46.040       Violation—Penalty. 9.46.010       Intent.     It is declared to be the policy of the city to minimize the exposure of citizens to the harmful physiological and psychological effects of excessive and unnecessary noise. It is the express intent of the city to control the level of noise in a manner which promotes commerce; the use value and enjoyment of property; sleep and repose; and the quality of the environment. The ordinance codified in this chapter should be construed consistent with this intent. (Ord. 1141 § 1, 1992) 9.46.020       Unlawful acts designated.     It is unlawful for any person knowingly to cause, or for any person in possession or control of property knowingly to allow to originate from the property, sound that is a public disturbance noise. The following sounds or acts are determined to be public disturbance noises or acts producing public disturbance noises:     A.    Operation of a motor vehicle, whether or not licensed or equipped for use on a public highway, which is not equipped with a muffler in good working order and in continuous operation;     B.     Operation of a motor vehicle in such a manner as to intentionally cause, or allow to be emitted, squealing, screeching, or other such sound, from the tires in contact with the ground because of rapid acceleration, intentional and unnecessary braking or excessive speed around corners or other such reason; provided, that sound resulting from emergency braking or emergency evasive action to avoid imminent danger shall not be considered a public disturbance noise;     C.     The frequent, repetitive or continuous sounding of any horn or siren attached to a motor vehicle, except as a warning of danger or as specifically permitted or required by law;     D.    Using or operating any mechanical or electronic device or loudspeaker in a fixed or movable position exterior to any building, or mounted upon a motor vehicle, aircraft, or boats for commercial or business advertising purposes or for the purpose of attracting attention to any performance, show or sale or display of merchandise, where the sound therefrom may be heard upon any public street, park, or place; provided, that nothing in this chapter is intended to prohibit incidental sounds emanating from a sporting or entertainment or public event; provided further, that ice cream or vegetable vendors whose sole method of selling is from a moving vehicle, shall be exempt from this provision from the hours of seven a.m. to eight p.m. so long as the level of noise is not unreasonably loud;     E.     Owning, keeping, possessing or harboring any animals which by frequent or habitual howling, barking, crowing or other noisemaking can be heard in a residential zone;     F.     The erection, including excavation, demolition, alteration or repair of any building other than between the hours of seven a.m. to nine p.m. on weekdays and eight a.m. to nine p.m. on weekends, except in cases of urgent necessity in the interest of public safety and convenience, and then only by written permission of the building official or city supervisor;     G.     The use, operation or permitting to be used, played or operated any radio receiving set, musical instrument, phonograph, or other machine or device for the producing or reproducing of sound in such a manner as to unreasonably disturb the peace, quiet and comfort of the neighboring inhabitants or at any time with louder volume than is necessary for convenient hearing for the person or persons who are in the room, vehicle or chamber in which such machine or device is operated and who are voluntary listeners thereto. To unreasonably disturb the peace, quiet and comfort of the neighboring inhabitants shall include, but not be limited to the operation of any such set, instrument, phonograph, machine or device in such a manner as to be plainly audible at a distance of fifty feet from the building, structure or vehicle in which it is located. Provided, however, that nothing herein shall prohibit such sounds at or from a wedding, reception, party, musical or theatrical performance or other similar event where a permit therefor has first been obtained from the city supervisor and subject to such conditions and restrictions as the city supervisor shall designate;     H.    Operation of any power lawn mower, power snow remover or blower, chain saw or other powered equipment used in temporary or periodic maintenance or repair of residential property or grounds, except between the hours of seven a.m. to nine p.m. on weekdays and eight a.m. to nine p.m. on weekends;     I.      Maintaining or possessing any bells, chimes, or carillons which operate or make noise plainly audible in or on neighboring residential property for a period longer than five minutes in any one hour;     J.      The operation of any aircraft for the purpose of take-off or landing where the noise therefrom is clearly audible in or on any residential property, whether or not such aircraft are regulated by the Federal Aviation Administration or other federal law, and including those aircraft commonly referred to as “ultralights.” (Ord. 1141 § 2, 1992) 9.46.030       Exemptions.     The following sounds are exempt from the provisions of this chapter:     A.    Sounds originated from aircraft in flight;     B.     Sounds created by fire alarms;     C.     Sounds created by emergency equipment and emergency work necessary in the interest of law enforcement or of the health, safety or welfare of persons or community;     D.    Sounds originating from city sanctioned events such as parades or other public events. (Ord. 1141 § 3, 1992) 9.46.040       Violation—Penalty.     Any person, firm or corporation who violates any of the provisions of this chapter shall have committed a civil infraction. Procedure for issuance of a notice of infraction and the processing thereof in the courts shall be substantially as set forth for traffic infraction pursuant to the justice court traffic infraction rules as now or hereafter promulgated by the Washington State Supreme Court or local court rules. Penalties for violations shall be as follows:     A.    Upon a first violation, a fine of not more than one hundred dollars;     B.     Upon a second violation, a fine of not more than two hundred fifty dollars;     C.     Upon a third or subsequent violation, a fine of not more than five hundred dollars. (Ord. 1141 § 4, 1992)

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Animal Control

The Sedro-Woolley Police Department maintains a temporary holding facility for stray dogs recovered by staff. Please call 360-855-0111 for more information.

Dogs Found:

 

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Documents

Forms:

• Request for Public Records
• Vacation Check Form
• Voluntary Statement Form
• Citizen Complaint/Comment Form
• Special Events Application
• Concealed Pistol License Application
• Business Emergency Contact Form

Publications:

• Noise Ordinance Penalties
• False Alarm Ordinance
• Scooter Ordinance
• SWPD NSF Check Policy

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Fingerprints
2. How do I get Copies of an Accident Report or Police Report?
3. Conceiled Postol Licenses
4. Dog Licenses
5. Vehicle Impounds and Junk Vehicle Ordinance
6. Vacation Checks
7. Criminal History and Records Checks
8. Property/Evidence Request
9. Bicycle Tags and Found/Recovered Bicycles
10. Registered Sex Offenders
11. Employment Opportunities
12. Child Safety Seats and Seatbelts
13. What do I do if I think that I'm a Victim of Identity Theft?
14. After Hours Business Number and 911 Information
    

Fingerprinting:

Fingerprinting is done by appointment only, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Please call the office at 360-855-0111 to set up an appointment. We ask that you bring valid identification and allow approximately 10 minutes per card. Cost is as follows:

• 1 or 2 cards is $10.00
• Each additional card is $5.00

How do I get Copies of an Accident Report or Police Report?

To obtain a copy of an Accident Report, please call 360-855-0111 to find out if the report is available to pick up.

To obtain a copy of any other type of Police Report, please fill out a Request for Public Records Form at the Sedro-Woolley Police Department. You will be notified by phone when your report is available to be picked up.

Charges for any type of report are as follows:

• The first 5 pages are free of charge
• Any additional pages are $0.15 per page
• A Photo CD is an additional $5.00 charge (if applicable)

Concealed Pistol License:
(for residents within the city limits of Sedro-Woolley only)

To obtain a Concealed Pistol License, please contact our Records Division in person on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am to Noon and 2pm to 4:30pm. We ask that you bring valid identification with current address information. Please allow approximately 15 minutes to fill out the required application and complete a fingerprint card. Fees for all Concealed Pistol Licenses are to be paid at the time of application, and are not refundable.

Fees are as follows:

• Original Application = $55.25
• Renewal = $32.00
• Late Renewal (within 10 days) = $42.00
• Replacement = $10

Dog Licenses:

Sedro-Woolley has made it easy to comply with the dog licensing requirements. The animal control ordinance is intended to be owner-friendly. To make it easier for the City to keep the streets enjoyable and the dogs safe, we have provided the following guidelines for dog owners.

• Dog tags are free, and do not expire, under the terms of the present ordinance.
• Tags are required if your dog is over three months old.
• It is illegal to permit your dog to be "at large". "At large" means to be off the premises of the owner and not under the control of the owner or of an authorized person over 12 years of age, either by leash or otherwise.

If a dog is found roaming unattended, the following will occur:

• If tagged, the dog will be returned to his or her owner, provided there is a secure location to leave the dog (i.e., a fenced yard).
• If tagged, and the dog is found "at large" on a frequent basis, the dog owner will be cited.
• If the dog does not have a tag, he or she will be placed in our kennel and held for up to 3 days.
  • Before an impounded dog is returned to the owner, the owner will be required to pay a $25.00 impound fee, and any veterinary costs incurred in the care of the animal.
  • After 3 days the dog will be taken to the Humane Society. To retrieve the dog, the owner will have to pay a $25.00 impound fee to the City of Sedro-Woolley, plus a $66.00 Humane Society impound fee.
• Anyone cited for an animal code violation (e.g., no tag or dog at large) is subject to a mandatory court appearance, and to a fine (not to exceed one thousand dollars) or imprisonment (not to exceed one year in jail), or both.
• Animals must have a current rabies vaccination.
• If you dog bites or threatens to bite a person, or kills or injuries another domestic animal, it may be declared a dangerous dog or potentially dangerous dog, which will subject the owner to strict requirements including a $250-$500 annual registration fee, mandatory insurance, and a mandatory kennel requirement.

You may obtain a free license for your dog at the Sedro-Woolley Police Department, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Vacation Checks:
(For residents within the city limits of Sedro-Woolley only)

To obtain a vacation check, please submit a Vacation Check Form to the Sedro-Woolley Police Department, 325 Metcalf Street. Vacation checks are done by retired senior volunteers. While you are away, your residence will be checked by our volunteers, noting any unusual conditions and inspecting the premise of your home during your absence. There is no charge for this service. However, if you would like to make a donation to the Sedro-Woolley Police Department, we continue to show our appreciation to our senior volunteers with supplies, luncheons, awards, etc.

Criminal History and Records Checks

For a Criminal History Check (usually state-wide) we refer people to the WATCH Program by the Washington State Patrol. They can be reached by calling our local WSP office at 360-757-8907, or online at https://fortress.wa.gov/wsp/watch.

For a Local Records Check (for our agency only) please fill out a Request for Public Records Form. Our Records Division can supply a letter with information regarding our agency's records of a person's history. There is a $10.00 fee for this service.

Property/Evidence request:

All property and evidence requests need to go through the Evidence Tech at the Sedro-Woolley Police Department. Anyone having questions and/or needing property or evidence released should call the Sedro-Woolley Police Department and ask for the Evidence Tech. The Evidence Tech will determine if the property is eligible for release, and will then arrange for an appointment. If the Evidence Tech is not available, please leave a phone number and message so that they can return your call.  There is no charge for this service.

Found/Recovered Bicycles:
(For residents within the city limits of Sedro-Woolley only)

Registration stickers are available at the Sedro-Woolley Police Department front desk, Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5pm. We encourage residents to come in and register their bicycles. In the event your bicycle is found or recovered, the Police Department will contact the registered owner of the bicycle and make arrangements to return it. Citizens are welcome to inquire at the Sedro-Woolley Police Department for missing or stolen bicycles that are not registered. There is no charge to register your bicycle.

Registered Sex Offenders:

The Sedro-Woolley Police Department has a book identifying Level II and Level III Sex Offenders within the city limits of Sedro-Woolley. This book is available to the public, upon request, for viewing at no charge. Level II and Level III sex offenders are also available to view on the Skagit County website (www.skagitcounty.net), under the Sherriff's Office section.

Employment Opportunities:

The Sedro-Woolley Police Department uses PublicSafetyTesting.com to hire police officers. You may apply at anytime, whether there are current openings or not. For test dates, locations and to apply, visit www.publicsafetytesting.com or call 1-866-HIRE911. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Check the City of Sedro-Woolley Employment Page on this website for current openings.

Child Safety Seats/Seatbelts:

Infants ride rear-facing in an infant or convertible car seat until they are at least one year of age AND at least 20 lbs. Never place a rear-facing child in front of an active passenger air bag.

Children at least one year and at least 20 lbs. ride in forward-facing car seats until:

• They reach the seat's upper weight limit OR
• Shoulders are above top harness slots OR
• Ears are above back of seat shell OR
• They reach 40 lbs.

For youg, tall children, weighing less than 40 lbs., look for a seat with higher harness slots and a harness that can be removed when the child reaches 40 lbs.

Children 40-80 lbs. should always use a booster seat.

Effective June 1, 2007, children less than 8 years old must be restrained in child restraint systems, unless the child is 4'-9" or taller. Children over 8 years old or over 4'-9" tall must be properly restrained with the motor vehicle safety belt or an appropriately fitting child restraint system.

Children under 13 years old must be transported in rear seats where it is practical to do so.

What do I do if I think that I'm a Victim of Identity Theft?

If you are a victim of a vehicle prowl, theft or burglary you may become a victim of Identity Theft. You should IMMEDIATELY notify the three credit bureaus to put your credit history on "Fraud Alert". This could save you from many hours of trying to clear up financial matters. Here are the three credit bureaus:

Name	Website	Phone
Equifax	www.equifax.com	800-525-6285
Experian	www.experian.com	800-397-3742
TransUnion	www.transunion.com	800-680-7289

You can also go to www.consumer.gov/idtheft or call 877-438-4388 for more resources.

After hours business number/911 information:

To speak with an officer after business hours, please call the non-emergency phone number: (360) 428-3211

Emergency response call 9-1-1