Police Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Do you offer Fingerprinting services?
Fingerprinting services are available to Dunwoody residents and Dunwoody business owners (with valid I.D.). Please visit: https://www.dunwoodyga.gov/police/services/fingerprinting for current dates/times offered.
How do I contact the Police Department directly?
You may contact the Police Department in person, by phone, or online. Visit their Contact Page for detailed information.
How do I file/open a police report or obtain a copy of a police report?
To File a Police Report: Please call 911 to have an officer come to you on a non-emergency basis inside City limits. Alternatively, you may visit police headquarters 24/7. Located at: 4800 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Suite 239, Dunwoody, GA 30338.

Copies of Police Reports or Open Records: Requests for copies of police reports (incident or crash) as well as all open records requests may be submitted online. Alternatively, you may visit City Hall Mon-Fri from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. All Open Records requests made with the City will be responded to within three business days. If you are having trouble submitting an Open Records request, please contact the Records Clerk at 678-382-6700.
How do I obtain a Background/Criminal History Check?
The Dunwoody Police Department provides Background and Criminal History Checks to Dunwoody Residents and Businesses (with I.D.). Please visit: https://www.dunwoodyga.gov/police/services/background-checks-criminal-history for current hours and details.

The Dunwoody Police Department does not offer fingerprint-based background checks. If you wish to have this service completed, please visit one of these locations.
How do I pay a Bond for a Dunwoody charge?
For City of Dunwoody charges only, the bonding process can be completed by paying the Bond amount in cash at the Dunwoody Police Department 24/7, or by payment through an authorized bonding company. Visit our Bonding Process page for more info.
How do I register my alarm?
Visit the City of Dunwoody False Alarm Reduction Program Prevention and Administration Site.
How do I schedule a Residential/Vacation Check for my property?
You may do so through our P2C portal.
How do I submit an anonymous crime tip?
You can submit a crime tip by text, phone, or online. Visit our Crime Tips page for more info.
My vehicle was towed by Dunwoody Police. How do I find it?
The Dunwoody Police Department utilizes Brown & Brown Wrecker Services for towing and impounds services. Visit our Towing & Impounds page for more info.
What can I do to help prevent crime in Dunwoody?
The Dunwoody Police Department uses a variety of crime prevention programs and strategies to anticipate, recognize, appraise, and address crime and the factors contributing to crime. Visit our Crime Prevention page for more info.
What Police Services are available to me?
Various Police Services are available to the public. Visit our Police Services page for a full listing.
What programs and classes are offered by the Police Department?
A variety of programs and classes are offered by the Police Department. Visit our Programs & Classes page for more info.
Where can I find monthly/yearly Crime Comparison reports for the City of Dunwoody?
Dunwoody's monthly and yearly Crime Comparison reports are listed online.

Do you offer Fingerprinting services?

How do I contact the Police Department directly?

How do I file/open a police report or obtain a copy of a police report?

How do I obtain a Background/Criminal History Check?

How do I pay a Bond for a Dunwoody charge?

How do I register my alarm?

How do I schedule a Residential/Vacation Check for my property?

How do I submit an anonymous crime tip?

My vehicle was towed by Dunwoody Police. How do I find it?

What can I do to help prevent crime in Dunwoody?

What Police Services are available to me?

What programs and classes are offered by the Police Department?

Where can I find monthly/yearly Crime Comparison reports for the City of Dunwoody?