Frequently Asked Questions
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Dial 911 for emergencies. For non-emergencies, call 954-764-HELP (4357).Police Department
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Civil cases are filed in county court, 954-831-6565. However, you may also make a non-criminal report with the Pembroke Pines Police Department for documentation purposes only.Police Department
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In most misdemeanor cases where the victim wants to prosecute, the victim follows up with the State Attorney’s Office to file charges. They are located at: 201 SE 6th St. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301Police Department
In felony cases, the Probable Cause Affidavit, reports and statements are forwarded by the Pembroke Pines Police Department’s Case Filing Unit to the State Attorney’s Office. The State Attorney’s Office determines which cases they will prosecute. -
Florida State Statute 119 governs the Public Records Law. Reports can take up to ten (10) business days for availability. Copies of police reports can be obtained at the Pembroke Pines Police Department, Records Unit, located at: 9500 Pines Blvd. 2nd Floor Pembroke Pines, FL 33024Police Department
They are open Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., excluding holidays and weekends.
The cost of a police report is $0.15 per page, or $0.20 for a double-sided copy. Certified copies of reports are $1 per page. If extensive research is needed to complete a request, additional fees will apply.
Only those individuals involved in a crash or their agent can obtain a copy of the crash report within 60 days of the crash date. An affidavit will be required to obtain such report. -
If your report contains inaccurate information, the officer that handled the original incident can make changes to the report. If the officer is not available, a supplemental report can be completed by any officer.Police Department
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Officers work various hours. Please leave them a message for them at 954-431-2200.Police Department
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A detective will be assigned to almost all felony cases and domestic violence misdemeanors.Police Department
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Contact the Broward County Clerk of the Court at 954-831-7154.Police Department
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There is no specified time frame that one has to wait to file a missing person report.Police Department
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Contact the Traffic Unit at 954-431-2778, or the Pembroke Pines Police Department at 954-431-2200.Police Department
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Call the non-emergency police line at 954-431-2200 for an officer to respond. If the issue continues, the City's Code Enforcement Department should be notified at 954-431-4466 to further investigate.Police Department
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To view information on crime statistics, visit RaidsOnline.com or CrimeReports.com.Police Department
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To conduct an arrest search in Broward County, visit the Sheriff.org website.Police Department
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An eviction is a civil matter handled at county court. For more information visitPolice Department
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Restraining Orders can be obtained at the Broward County Court House located at: 201 SE 6th St. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 For more information visitPolice Department
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Found items are considered abandoned after 90 days and are subject to destruction, donation to charity, or auction. Items to be auctioned are submitted to a police auction website, which handles all aspects of the auctions, including the terms, rules, bidding arrangements, and shipping policies.Police Department
Evidential items related to crimes other than capital felonies will be disposed of after the final disposition of the courts; as outlined within the Florida State Statutes relating to evidence retention. -
Please call the Evidence Unit at 954-436-3237 to confirm that we have your property and that it is available for release. Appointments are recommended and in some cases required. You will need your case number and photo identification. In some cases other documentation is required.Police Department
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The Evidence Unit is open to the Public for retrieval of property from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday. We're located at main police headquarters at 9500 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024.Police Department
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Yes, however that person must have signed, written authorization from you (naming that person as the recipient) to pick up your property. Your signature MUST be notarized. The recipient must also show a valid photo ID to retrieve your property.Police Department
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Just send us a letter stating that you no longer want the property and we will dispose of the items for you. If the item is sold at auction, however, you are not entitled to any of the proceeds. Letters can be addressed to the Evidence Unit, and mailed to 9500 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024.Police Department
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Yes, providing that certain conditions are met. Check our Claiming Your Property page for information on these conditions.Police Department
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The return of firearms requires special documentation. Check the Evidence Unit page for details.Police Department
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Parking tickets can be disputed through the Broward County Clerk's Office. You may also pay a parking ticket online via the County Clerk's website by clicking on the 'Quick Pay' option on the Home screen; www.browardclerk.orgPolice Department
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Tickets are payable at the Broward County Court House. For more information or to pay online, visitPolice Department
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Vehicle Identification Number verifications checks are available using a public notary or police officer at the main station.Police Department
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Child cart seat installations are available by appointment. Please call the Community Affairs Unit at 954-436-3274 to schedule.Police Department
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Fingerprints are available at 9500 Pines Boulevard on Wednesdays, from 8:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Contact our Community Affairs Unit at 954-436-3274 to make an appointment. Requesters should bring their own fingerprint cards which can be obtained at no cost via the FBI's website (form FD-1164 or FD-258). Please bring a government issued ID. The cost for fingerprinting services is $10 per card for City of Pembroke Pines residents, and $15 per card for non-residents. Cash or check payments only.
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A local background check for incidents which occurred in the City of Pembroke Pines is available at Police Departments Records Section located at: 9500 Pines Blvd. Pembroke Pines, FL 33024Police Department
They are open Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., excluding holidays and weekends.
Additional Checks- County-wide background checks are available at 2600 Broward Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. Their contact number is 954-831-8700.
- A Level II background check is available through the Federal Bureau of Investigations. Their contact number is 304-625-3878.
- Full background checks for the State of Florida are available through the state. Their contact information is 850-410-8109.
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Please fill out the Block Party Application and deliver it to the Pembroke Pines Police Department at: 9500 Pines Blvd. Pembroke Pines, FL 33024Police Department
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The Internal Affairs Unit can be reached by telephone at 954-436-3280.Police Department
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The Pembroke Pines Police Department appreciates your comments when a department member provides exemplary service. If you wish to commend the actions of any Pembroke Pines Police Department employee, you can:Police Department
- Contact the employee’s immediate supervisor at 954-431-2200
- Write a letter to the Chief of Police at: Pembroke Pines Police Department 9500 Pines Blvd. Pembroke Pines, FL 33024 Commendations received by the Police Department for any employee will result in advising the employee of your gratitude, and permanently recording the employee’s actions and your appreciation in the employee’s personnel file. After an internal review, additional departmental awards will also be considered.
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Complaints will be accepted in person, by telephone, or by letter. It is preferred that the complaint be made in person by the individual who is directly involved in the allegation against the Pembroke Pines Police Department employee.Police Department
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View the police officer requirements and process.Police Department
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Contact the Training Unit at 954-517-7272.Police Department