Police Department
MISSION STATEMENT
The prime function of the Ridgefield Police Department is to protect life, liberty and property, to preserve the peace and public order, to prevent and repress crime, to detect violations of law and to apprehend violators and prosecute those apprehended. The prime function shall be accomplished through service to our community in providing safety and an improved quality of life, by developing community partnerships and excellence in policing reinforced through the three pillars of character and strength: Integrity, Courage and Justice.
The Ridgefield Police Department has held Tier III Accreditation status from the Connecticut Police Officer and Standards Training Council (POSTC) since 2016.
Police Reports:
Copies of reports may be requested from the Records Department Monday thru Friday, 8am-3pm. State statutes dictate what reports may be released to the public, therefore not all requests can be accommodated.
- Routine motor vehicle accident reports are typically available within 2-3 business days of the incident. In the event of a fatality or criminal charges connected with a case, the report may not be available until the investigation is complete.
- A fee of $.50 cents per page (cash or check) will be charged for all reports. We do not fax or email reports.
- Please call the Records Dept. 203-431-2791 to verify requested items are ready for pick-up or to arrange for after-hours pick-up.
- Release of some police records is limited by CT General Statutes. The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) exempts the following records from release:
- Juvenile records
- Uncorroborated allegations
- Identity of witnesses or informants whose safety would be endangered
- Identity of minor witnesses
- Signed statements of witnesses
- Name and address of victim of sexual assault or risk of injury to a minor
> Motor Vehicle Accident Report Request Form (fillable)
> Freedom of Information Request Form (fillable)
Fingerprinting services are provided at the Police Department for Ridgefield residents and Board of Ed employees only. Please call our general number (203-438-6531) before coming to police headquarters, to ensure an Officer is available for fingerprinting.
Hiring an Officer for Special Duty:
The Department provides off-duty Officers for special duty assignments, when requested. A form will need to be submitted and a deposit will be required at the time the request is made. You may contact the Uniform Division Commander at 203-431-2799 for more information.
> Application for Police Services Form (fillable)
Application for a Temporary CT Pistol Permit:
Applicants are required to submit the following:
- Two 2”x2” color passport photos
- A signed certificate issued upon completion of the NRA’s Basic Pistol Course
- Completed & Notarized Application
- A certified copy of your birth certificate, certificate of naturalization, passport, or other proof of legalization (i.e. green card)
- $70.00 Check or Money Order made out to Ridgefield Police Department which covers fees associated with your background check
- Drop-off your completed application to the Ridgefield Police Department, and a Detective will contact you to set-up an appointment where you will be fingerprinted. Typical processing period is 8-weeks and begins on the date you are fingerprinted, not the date on the application.
Department policy only allows patches to be issued to authorized department personnel. Ridgefield Police patches are not available to the public.