Public Safety Services

Request a Public Safety Presentation

Washington County provides community presentations on a variety of crime prevention and general public safety issues. Topics include but are not limited to child safety seats, ID Theft, internet fraud, neighborhood watch, elder fraud, water craft safety, and personal safety. In addition, deputies can speak with youth groups and give tours of the Law Enforcement Center. If you are interested in scheduling a public safety presentation for your organization or group please complete the public safety presentation request form.

Vacation Home Checks

Residents, who leave their home for a vacation or other extended period of time, could request the Sheriff's Office to check on your house,. Complete and submit a vacation check request form.

If you are a resident of Bayport, Cottage Grove, Forest Lake, Grey Cloud Island Township, Oak Park Heights, Oakdale, St. Paul Park, Stillwater, or Woodbury, please contact your local municipal police department for this service.

Speed Trailer Requests

If vehicle speed is a concern in your neighborhood, the Sheriff's Office can deploy a mobile speed detection device to your area of concern. Complete and submit a speed trailer request form.

Neighborhood Watch

For information on starting a Neighborhood Watch, visit the National Neighborhood Watch website. If you wish to speak with a deputy for additional guidance in setting up a Neighborhood Watch program, please fill out a Neighborhood Watch information request form.

Home or Business Survey Request

To request the Sheriff's Office to conduct an onsite survey of your home or business to increase in crime prevention efforts, complete the survey request form.

Business Keyholder Information

Local law enforcement and other emergency personnel maintain Washington County business information, including business name, address, phone numbers, and current keyholders. Periodically, the Sheriff's Office updates the key holder roster to ensure the most up-to-date information, including alarm system information, in case of an emergency. Complete the keyholder information form to update a change to your business keyholder information.

Ride Along Request

If you are currently enrolled in a law enforcement or criminal justice program and wish to request a ride along, please complete the Ride Along Request form. Individuals must be over the age of 18 and clear a criminal background check.

For more information on crime prevention, community engagement, and other citizen services, visit our Patrol Division page. To file a report or for other immediate police response, please call 911.