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1. How do I speak with an officer?

What would this be in regard to? I will need to contact dispatch and just give them a general idea as to why an officer is needed/ being called in.

2. How do I get a copy of my accident report?

Did you call and request it? Can I have your last name please?

3. How do I change my address on my firearms card?

Do you live in town? Your firearms identification need to match your driver's license for it to be valid. 

4. Where can I get a handicap placard?

Do you live in town? Is this a temporary situation? Pick up necessary forms and complete them.

5. I want a copy of a report, how do I obtain one?

Is it a report that you are included in? If yes, I will need to prepare it for release. 

6. An ambulance was called for my elderly mother, how do I get a copy of the report?

Due to HPPA laws we are unable to release any medical calls to anyone.

7. How can I make an OPRA request?

There is an official request form which you need to complete. Upon your submission it will be turned over to the Borough clerk and Borough attorney for review.

8. I am on the raffle committee and need to get paperwork for the application process, how do I do this?

You need to complete an application (PDF) and turn it into records for review.

9. How do I get my car from impound?

You need two forms of identification, the registration and proof of insurance. If you are not the registered owner, you must have a notarized letter from the registered owner authorizing the vehicles release.

10. What do I need to do to transfer a liquor license?

Provide identification and complete an application for entitled liquor license (PDF). Upon being fingerprinted you must return a copy of the application to the records clerk along with a receipt showing proof you were fingerprinted.

11. Where do I pick up property (wallet, keys, etc.)?

Call Police headquarters at 973-827-7700. If property is in headquarters, come with a form of identification to receive the property.

12. Our tow company is adding an employee / tow operator, what do I need to do?

Complete the application entitled tow (PDF). Set an appointment to be fingerprinted. Upon being fingerprinted you must return a copy of the application to the records clerk along with a receipt showing proof you were fingerprinted.

13. I had an accident yesterday and my insurance company said that I need to make a report so that I can get my car fixed but I didn’t contact the police at the time of the accident. What do I do?

Come to police headquarters and pick up a late accident report, which you need to complete, make a copy of, and submit to your insurance carrier.