Why does the Police Department charge when they respond to a false alarm at my residence (business)?
Up to 76% of all false alarms are caused by user error. After the Police Department responds to two false alarms in one calendar year, additional false alarm responses will be assessed a charge. Officers responding to false alarms are taken away from other duties. This means they are not available to respond to other incidents. For more information, contact the Police department at 847-982-5900.

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1. How do residents report crime tips or suspicious activity?
2. How do I start a Neighborhood Watch program in my neighborhood?
3. What is a hate crime?
4. Can the Skokie Police Department put a special watch over my home while I am on vacation?
5. How does the Skokie Police Department follow up with residents and business owners whose homes or businesses have been burglarized?
6. How can I make a commendation or complaint with the Police Department?
7. How do I get a copy of a police report?
8. Why does the Police Department charge when they respond to a false alarm at my residence (business)?
9. Can residents sign up to ride along with Skokie Police Officers on patrol?