The goal of the Ride-In Program is to provide citizens the opportunity to observe patrol operations.
If you are interested in riding along with a police officer, contact any of the patrol divisions listed on this page for information and scheduling.
You will need to arrange the ride-in at least 72 hours in advance to facilitate the scheduling.
You must be at least eighteen (18) years of age to ride-in.
Only one (1) ride-in is permitted within a six (6) month period and only one (1) ride-in within a specific patrol division is permitted annually.
Please read the instructions below under "Forms" before arriving for your ride-in.
The use of audio and/or video recording devices, including but not limited to, cell phones or tablets/video during the duration of the ride-in is prohibited unless prior authorization is received from the Public Relations Office.
Business casual attire which shall include, but not limited to, traditional dress shirts, knit shirts with placket and collar, sweaters, and slacks or dress jeans. Foot wear should be conservative and comfortable, foot wear like tennis and hiking shoes are acceptable. Sworn personnel from other jurisdictions and military personnel will be requested to dress in business casual and not wear their uniform.
Clothing intentionally provocative or offensive.