Q: What type of crime or police cases does the Warrenville Police Department deal with?

A: The Department generally deals with three categories of crime: property crimes, domestic violence cases, and alcohol/drug related offenses.

• Property Crimes - These are generally cases that involve damage to property, theft and disorderly conduct.
• Domestic Violence - This includes domestic disputes, domestic violence and orders of protection.
• Alcohol/Drug Related Offenses - This includes driving under the influence of alcohol/drugs, underage consumption of alcohol or tobacco and any other incident that would involve illegal consumption or possession of alcohol or drugs.

The above offenses involve adult and/or juvenile offenders. The Warrenville Police Department believes in an early and an aggressive interdiction when it involves juvenile (16 years and younger) or young adult offenders.

Q: What is the City's curfew policy?

A: Curfew applies to an individual less than 17 years old.  It is as follows:

• Saturday (Friday night): 12:01 a.m. - 6:00 a.m.
• Sunday (Saturday night): 12:01 a.m. - 6:00 a.m.
• Sunday through Thursday (Sunday - Thursday night): 11:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.

Q: What should I do if I discover graffiti on my property?

A: Graffiti is defined as any sign, symbol, marking, drawing, name, initial work diagram, sketch, picture or letter placed, without the permission of the property owner. Upon discovering graffiti in the public view, the property owner must remove it. If it is not removed within 72 hours of notice, the graffiti could be removed at the resident's expense. Citizens are encouraged to contact the Police Department for assistance.

Q: Are there gangs in Warrenville?

A: Most communities in the Chicago suburban area have gang members living within their jurisdiction. The Warrenville Police Department has identified some gang members living in the community. Although there are very few incidents of "anti-social gang behavior" in the community, even one incident is considered too many. When a gang member is identified, the neighborhood is alerted and a strong working relationship with those neighbors is forged.

Q: What phone number do I call when I need a police officer?

A: 9-1-1 is a response number to be utilized anytime that a police officer is needed - whether for an emergency or non-emergency. 9-1-1 should be utilized for both service and emergency calls - it is a police response number. 9-1-1 can be utilized from a traditional phone or a cellular phone.

Residents that need information or administrative services can contact the Department at 630/393-2131. The front desk office hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Q: What are the requirements necessary to become a police officer?

A: Recruitment tests are conducted every 24 months and are advertised in local newspapers. Applicants must be between the ages of 21 and 35, possess a valid drivers license, be a United States citizen, and have graduated high school or attained a G.E.D. Anyone interested in testing for a position with the Warrenville Police Department can contact the administrative number and to have information mailed about the next recruitment.

Q: Does the Warrenville Police Department provide non-criminal fingerprinting services?

A: Yes, the Department does provide fingerprinting services for a slight fee. The requestee must provide a fingerprint card and a photo ID. No appointment is necessary, but contact 630/393-2131 to see if someone will be available to take fingerprints.

Q: Will the Warrenville Police Department take reports over the phone?

A: The Warrenville Police Department will not take reports over the phone. A police officer can be dispatched to a residence/business in Warrenville or a report can be made at the police station.

Q: How do I make a report when the office is closed?

A: Visitors to the Police Department, who want to make a report when the Records Division is closed, can summon a police officer by using the red phone in the vestibule. This phone goes directly to the dispatch center. The center will inform an officer that someone at the station needs to speak with the police or residents may call 9-1-1 from any location in Warrenville and an officer will be dispatched.

Q: Does the Warrenville Police Department inspect car seats?

A: At this time the Warrenville Police Department does not inspect car seats.

Q: How do I obtain a copy of a police report?

A: In order to obtain a copy of a police report a Freedom of Information form must be completed and submitted. The Warrenville Police Department has up to seven business days to respond. Applicants will be notified if the report is available to be picked up and informed of the cost. To obtain a copy of an accident report there is a $5.00 fee.

Q: Can I adopt an animal through the Warrenville Police Department?

A: The Warrenville Police Department does not have an animal adoption program. The Animal Control Officer does work with ADOPT, an organization whose mission is the placement of animals into permanent caring homes. Any animal adoption will need to go through ADOPT.