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Police Department FAQ

1. How many police officers are there?: The El Mirage Police Department employs 48 sworn officers and 21 civilians.

2. How do I know if I should call 9-1-1 or the non-emergency 623-933-1341 number?: If you are involved with an immediate life-threatening situation or there is a crime in progress, call 9-1-1. If you want to report suspicious activity, have a non-emergency or have a question, call (623) 933-1341.

3. What do I do if there is a drug house on my street?: Please call the Police Department at (623) 933-1341 or (623) 500-3000 to report any suspicious or drug activity. Also, please ensure that you do not put yourself at risk by confronting any suspected criminal suspects. Document any vehicle and pedestrian traffic to and from the house. Get descriptions of vehicles and persons and record license plate numbers. Record times of day when vehicles come, go , and how long they stay. This information is very useful to detectives during their investigations.

4. What can we do about speeding on our street?: First, set the example by being aware of the speed you drive. Second, call the police at (623) 933-1341 and make a traffic enforcement request. The request will be assigned to an officer from the Traffic Enforcement Division.

5. What is the most common way burglars enter homes?: The most common way burglars enter homes in El Mirage is through open garage doors. Also, another common way is through unsecured or open doors and windows.

6. What can we do about graffiti?: As soon as you see graffiti anywhere in the City of El Mirage, call 9-1-1 or the Police Department at (623) 933-1341. Don’t allow the graffiti to take over your neighborhood!

7. How do speed enforcement cameras work?: The fixed photo system has sensors embedded in the roadway which are connected via computer to the intersection traffic signals. During red, amber and green cycles, the sensors measure the speed of vehicles entering the intersection. Photographs are taken of any violations and the registered owner is cited.

8. Who do we contact for code enforcement issues?: You can call the City's Code Enforcement section at the Police Department Administration offices at (623) 500-3000.

9. If I have any other questions, who do I contact?: You can contact the Administration offices at (623) 500-3000 during regular business hours. You can also e-mail askacop@elmirageaz.gov .