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Wisconsin Rapids Police Department
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." Frequently Asked QuestionsOvernight 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The Wisconsin Rapids Police Department will collect your unwanted, unneeded or outdated prescriptions and over the counter medicines.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.
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.
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Contact Information General Information
(715) 423-4444 Emergency Dial 911 Non-Emergency Dispatch (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 Thursday, Friday 8:00 a.m. - Noon, Closed holidays. |