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Wisconsin Rapids Police Department

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Mission Statement
"We pledge to value and protect people, property, and the rights of all with respect, honor, courage and integrity."

Vision Statement 
​"Through community partnership and service, our focus is on citizen safety and trust. We will provide the highest level of public service for all through accountability, professionalism, dedication and effective leadership."
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Frequently Asked Questions

Overnight parking ordinance
​Alternate side parking is allowed from 2 a.m. to 5 a.m. on all city streets, unless otherwise posted or exempt from the ordinance. On even numbers calendar days, all vehicles shall be parked on the even numbered side of the street. On odd numbered calendar days, all vehicles shall be parked on the odd numbered side of the street. In the event of a snow emergency, there is NO parking on any city streets for the duration of the snow emergency.
Juvenile curfew
Curfew in the City of Wisconsin Rapids is 10pm to 5am for anybody under the age of 17. There are limited exceptions for circumstances such as coming home from work or a school function. See ordinance 25.08 for complete details.
PREscription drop off site
The Wisconsin Rapids Police Department will collect your unwanted, unneeded or outdated prescriptions and over the counter medicines. Please bring all medication in a plastic baggie without the pill containers. The drop off location is located in the Lobby of City Hall just outside the Police Department. 
More Information on Prescription Drop Off
fingerprints

FINGERPRINTING NO LONGER BEING
OFFERED AT WRPD

 
If you need to be fingerprinted for court proceedings, you need to go to the Wood County Jail, 400 Market Street.
 
If you need to be fingerprinted for employment purposes, you need to contact fieldprint.com or contact them at
888-472-8919 for an appointment, location and hours. 
 
Current locations at this time are:
1001 Centerpoint Drive, Stevens Point
203 W Upham Street, Marshfield


Is my drivers license valid?
You can find out the status of your driver's license or license plates online at the Wisconsin DOT website. Check Here
Is my vehicle plate valid?
You can check the status of your vehicles registration using the WI DOT website found here. 
Police department tours
The Wisconsin Rapids Police Department will gladly host a tour of the department and its equipment for scouts, pre-schools, classes, and other interested folks. To arrange a tour please contact Officer Pelot . We will ask about the size of the group and find a time that works for you and us. 

Forms


  • Contest a Parking Ticket​
  • ​Request a Police Incident Report
  • Request an Accident Report
  • Officer of the Year Nomination
  • Security Camera Registration Program
  • Update Business Contacts
  • Vacation Watch Request

Links

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Pharmaceutical Drop-Off Locations
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Contact Information ​

General Information
715-423-4444

Emergency
Dial 911


​Non-Emergency Dispatch
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(715) 421-8700

Address
444 W Grand Ave.
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495


Hours
Patrol Services: 24/7
Lobby: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
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Contact Us :

City of Wisconsin Rapids
444 West Grand Avenue
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

715-421-8200
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  • Home
  • Government
    • City Directory
    • Budget >
      • 2019 Budget Summary
      • 2019 Departmental Budget
      • 2018 Budget Summary
      • 2018 Departmental Budget Summary
    • Common Council
    • Committees, Commissions, Councils & Boards >
      • Meeting Agendas & Minutes
      • Common Council
      • Appointments
    • Mayor >
      • About the Mayor
      • Functions of the Mayor
      • Mayors of Wisconsin Rapids
      • No Mow May
      • Mill Idle Resources and Impact Mitigation
    • Municipal Code
  • Departments
    • Airport >
      • Airfield Information
      • Airport History
      • Airport Accomodations
    • Assessor's Office
    • Attorney >
      • City Prosecutor
      • Referrals for Other Legal Matters
    • Clerk >
      • Election / Voter Information
      • Licenses and Permits
    • Community Development >
      • Historic Preservation
      • Economic Development
      • Creative Placemaking
      • Ordinance Control
      • Permits and Inspections
      • Planning and Zoning >
        • Recovery and Redevelopment Plan
      • Sustainability
    • Engineering >
      • Transportation Utility
    • Finance >
      • Payments
      • Pet Licenses
      • Property Tax
      • Donate
    • Fire >
      • Services
      • Firefighter Associations
      • Fire Safety For Children
      • Fire Regulations
      • Events
      • Fire Safety for Homeowners
      • Hiring Process
    • Human Resources >
      • Employment
      • Employee Benefits
      • Employee Forms
      • Job Opportunities
    • Innovation & Technology >
      • Maps/GIS
    • Lowell Center
    • McMillan Library
    • Municipal Court >
      • Pay Fines
      • FAQ - Municipal Court
    • Parks & Recreation >
      • City Parks
      • Dog-Friendly Parks
      • Mead Field Splash Pad
      • Municipal Zoo
      • Park Shelters
      • Recreation Programs
      • Skate Park
      • Witter Park Aquatics Center
    • Police >
      • Records & Services
    • River City Cab
    • Streets >
      • Yard, Brush & Compost
      • Garbage & Recycling
      • Snow Removal
    • Wastewater Treatment Plant
    • Waterworks and Lighting Commission
    • Wisconsin Rapids Community Media
  • Community