The Grass Valley Police Department is committed to reducing crime
and improving the quality of life in our community, which is why
our police services include the following divisions.
Patrol Division
The primary functions of the Patrol Division are to provide
prompt response to community requests for police assistance and
to implement proactive measures that reduce and prevent criminal
activity through Community Oriented Policing Programs. Within our
COPP program, patrol officers implement self-initiated crime
prevention measures by partnering with community members.
Records Division
The Records Division handles all report requests (Incident
reports, Crime Reports, and Accident Reports) to residents,
insurance companies, attorneys, other law enforcement agencies,
etc. Members of this division register convicted criminals
for specific drug, sex, or arson offenses (call the Records Unit
to schedule an appointment). Records checks for the
Department of Defense, law enforcement agencies, military
recruiters, etc. As well as facilitate vehicle releases for
stored or impounded vehicles. Please call to schedule an
appointment (530) 477-4600.
Detective Division
The Detective Division serves investigative functions for the
department. Members assigned to this division have been promoted
from patrol, work in plainclothes and conduct follow-up on felony
investigations initiated by the Patrol Division as well as
certain misdemeanors, as deemed appropriate.
Property & Evidence Division
The Property and Evidence Division is in charge of all property
brought into the police department. This includes items taken for
evidence, safekeeping, retrieved stolen items and found property.
To contact the Property and Evidence Division call (530)
477-4614.
Strategic Response Team
The Grass Valley Police Department is dedicated to partnerships
within our amazing community which is why we’ve created a task
force dedicated to community quality of life issues. SRT
Officers liaison with community groups and individuals regarding
criminal activities and prevention, quality-of-life issues, and
facilitate problem-solving and follow-up.
Bike Patrol
Bike Patrol officers are used primarily during special
events that occur within the city. Bicycle Patrol allows for
access to areas inaccessible to police cruisers and increases
communication between the officers and the public.
