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1. Where can I pay citations and bonds?

You can pay citations and bonds at Municipal Court East (Galion) or Municipal West (Bucyrus) or through the court's website, Crestline Police Department, or Bucyrus Police Department.

2. How do I get a copy of a police report or get a record check?

Call or stop in to the Records Division (2nd floor of municipal building) and they can help you. You can normally obtain records Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.

3. When I call 911 for emergency assistance, who answers the phone?

The police dispatcher answers all 911 phone calls. Once the type of emergency is determined it is transferred to the appropriate agency, i.e., Fire or EMS.

4. Do you know if ________ has a warrant?

We cannot give out that information to anyone other than the person who believes they have the warrant. In order for us to check on a warrant, that person needs to come to the station and bring a photo ID with them.

5. How can I safely dispose of unneeded or expired medications?

The Police Department has a drop-off box in the lobby. Citizens are welcome to place medications there. Please note liquids and any needles or sharp objects are NOT accepted.

6. I found a dog, can you come and get it?

We do not have a place to hold stray dogs (or cats). If it is during the day on weekdays, we can contact the Dog Warden for stray dogs (they do not handle cats, the Humane Society takes the cats). If it is after hours or weekends - if you can hold the dog, we can have it picked up the next weekday morning. You may take it to the Humane Society and put it in their drop off boxes.

7. Can you tell me my court date? -OR- I missed my court date, what do I do?

To find information on your court date, you need to contact Municipal Court at 419-468-6819.

8. What can you do about my neighbor's dog barking or running loose?

We must witness the dog barking or running loose. If you have a complaint, call 419-468-5255 while the action is in progress, not after the dog has been tied up or has stopped barking.

9. What do I do if a police officer turns on his lights and siren to stop me?

When a police officer turns on their lights and siren to stop you, you should immediately pull to the edge of the roadway and place your vehicle in park. Always remain inside your vehicle unless instructed to exit your vehicle. It is very important that you place your hands in plain view of the officer; this is to ensure the safety of our officers and the citizens that we have contacted. This is a very stressful incident for both the citizen and the officer and we will do everything possible to get you back on your way.

10. What can I do about speeding in my neighborhood?

The Galion Police Department invites requests for traffic enforcement, especially in residential areas. Simply call the non-emergency telephone number 419-468-9111 and report the problem. Once a complaint is received, officers are notified and assigned to monitor speeds in the affected area.

11. I received a traffic citation. What can I do about it?

Once a citation is written, it is forwarded to Crawford County Municipal Court the next business day. You can either pay the waiver amount on the back of the citation, or if you wish to contest the citation you will need to appear in court on the time and date listed on the bottom of the citation.

12. What time is curfew?

Under age 12:

• 9 p.m. to dawn (year round)

Age 12 - 18:

• Friday and Saturday between the hours of Midnight and 4:30 a.m. of the following day
• Sunday through and including Thursday from 11 p.m. - 4:30 a.m. of the following day

Please note:These times established for Friday and Saturday are for the months of September through May. For the months June, July, and August, the curfew hours are altered for Friday and Saturday to 1 a.m. through 4:30 a.m.

All curfew times do not apply to minors who are with their parent, guardian, or other adult person having the care and custody of the minor. Curfew times can be found in the Codified Ordinances of Galion, 531.01 and 531.02.

13. How can I assist the police or other emergency response units with locating my residence quickly?

Have your address displayed in a location easily observed from the street. An address displays by the front door near or by an outside light (or reflective lettering) makes it easier for responding personnel to locate the address in day and night conditions. Also, during an emergency have someone stand by the street if possible to flag down the responding personnel and to provide additional information.

14. If my driver's license is expired, how long do I have to renew it?

You have 6 months to renew your license before you have to re-take the driving test in the State of Ohio. However, there is no grace period for driving on an expired license. Your driver's license expires every 4 years on your birthday.

15. Does Galion have an alert system for tornadoes?

Yes, there are four sirens located in the community. A siren test is conducted every Friday at noon.