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Mountain View Police Department
1000 Villa Street
Mountain View, CA 94041
650-903-6344
Directions & Map
Hours
General Business:
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.)
Walk-in Crime Reports:
7 a.m. - 7 p.m. (7 days)
Submit your questions, suggestions, compliments,concerns, or track your existing request online.
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You might imagine that a police ride-along would be the thrill of a lifetime—sirens wailing, driving down El Camino at 102 mph and watching people point guns at each other. Fortunately, we live in a relatively safe community, rather than an action movie.
A ride-along usually offers a quieter adventure, more likely to include driving through peaceful neighborhoods, taking reports on stolen property, routine traffic stops and making sure inebriated citizens get home safely. Nevertheless, most riders have a lot of fun.
A ride-along gives you first-hand experience in the daily duties of our officers. It's also a great opportunity to ask questions, discuss a future career in law enforcement, or get to know a member of the force. You'll learn a lot about an officer's job and your community.
Rules & Instructions
Before You Arrive - Neat appearance & dress.
- No cameras or recording equipment.
- No weapons of any kind.
- Furnish your own transportation to/from MVPD.
- If you can't make appointment, call to cancel.
On the Ride-along - Always wear seat belts.
- Silence cell phones & pagers.
- Obey officer's instructions.
- Do not distract officer when s/he is busy.
- Do not leave car, unless officer gives permission.
- All info & names overheard are confidential.
- Do not become involved in incidents.
- Don't touch equipment, unless officer gives permission.
- Be sensitive to people in distress.
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Mondays 8 a.m.
Tuesdays 4 p.m.
Wednesdays 9 p.m.
Thursdays 4 p.m.
Fridays 7 p.m.
Saturdays 8 p.m.
Sundays 8 a.m.
No date is guaranteed.
How do I sign up?
Allow 3 weeks. - Fill out Police Ride-Along Request.
- You must sign application waiver. Under 18? Parent or guardian signs.
- Mail or deliver application to:
Ride-alongs
Mountain View Police Department
1000 Villa Street
Mountain View, CA 94041 - We will contact you with a date & time.
Questions?
Inquiry
650/903-6186
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Who can go on a police ride-along?
Anyone 14 years old or older, who lives, works or attends school in Mountain View, or is an applicant for a position with MVPD. You must also have no outstanding warrants and no felony convictions. A criminal history check will be run before the ride-along.
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