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Where is the Public Safety Department located?
The Oak Park Public Safety Department is located at 13600
Oak Park Blvd., Oak Park, MI 48237. City Hall’s and the
Public Safety Department’s entrances are West of Coolidge,
between 9 Mile Road and 10 Mile Road, on the north side of
Oak Park Blvd opposite Oak Park High School. From I-696,
use Exit 14, turn south on Coolidge and go ½ mile to Oak
Park Blvd. Business phone: 248-691-7520 Emergency: 911
Where is the 45-B District Court located?
13600 Oak Park Blvd.
The court is in the City Hall Building.
Business phone: 248-692-7042
What are the Public Safety Department hours?
The Public Safety Department, Uniformed Patrol, is open 24
hours a day 365 days a year. The Administration,
Investigations, Fire Inspection, Records and Property
offices are open Mon. - Fri. between the hours of 8:00 a.m.
and 5:00 p.m.
My car was impounded, where is the tow yard?
Vehicles impounded by the Oak Park Public Safety Department
are usually taken to
Monaghan's Towing Company
21680 Fern Street
Oak Park, MI.
(248) 546-0860
Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Sat-Sun: Noon - 3:30 p.m.
Before impounded cars can be released, you must first stop
at the. Oak Park Public Safety Department and obtain
necessary paperwork and an authorization for release of the
vehicle. The vehicle will only be released with proof of
ownership and payment of required fees.
Can I pay a ticket at the Public Safety Department?
No. Tickets must be paid by mail or at the 45-B District
Court counter located in City Hall, 13600 Oak Park Blvd.
I have an abandoned vehicle on my property; will the Public
Safety Department come out and tow it away?
No. The Public Safety Department does not routinely tow
vehicles from private property. The property owner is
responsible for the removal of the vehicle and may use the
towing service of their choice.
Does the Public Safety Department assist with keys locked in
my car?
Yes, as long as you sign a waiver of liability. If the
officer is unable to gain entry, they can assist you in
calling a towing service or locksmith of your choice.
What is the curfew for minors?
A youth under the age of 14 cannot be in a public place
without a parent or guardian or some other responsible adult
delegated by the parent between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and
6:00 a.m.
A youth under the age of 16 cannot be in a public place
without a parent or guardian or some other responsible adult
delegated by the parent between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and
6:00 a.m.
Does the Public Safety Department know if schools are
closed?
No. Unless the closure is due to a police or fire
emergency the Public Safety Department would not be aware of
school closings. You must listen to radio and TV news, or
call your school district or school office.
Does the Public Safety Department have the bus route and/or
schedule?
No. You must call SMART transportation at 313-962-5515.
How do I get a permit to purchase a handgun?
Apply at the police station Records Bureau, Monday - Friday,
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. You must be an Oak Park resident
qualified to purchase a handgun under state law, and possess
a valid driver’s license.
The fee is $5.00 for permit, and $1.00 for the application
to be notarized.
Concealed Weapons Permits are available only through the
Oakland County Sheriff’s Department
Am I charged for false burglary alarms to my residence or
business?
For either a business or a residence, you are allowed a
maximum of three (3) false alarms per calendar year, after
that, the current cost is $50.00 per each occurrence.
What time do the parks close?
The Oak Park City parks are closed between the hours of
10:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m., however, the lighted baseball
diamonds and Shepherd Park tennis courts remain open until
11:30 p.m.
I have a new business in the city, do I need to register it
with the Public Safety Department?
No, but you must go to the Technical and Planning Department
and confer with the City Planner. The Building Inspector
and Fire Inspector must inspect each business. After which
City Council approval is required. Most businesses must
also obtain an Oak Park Merchants License. Information about
the type of businesses that must be licensed may be obtained
by contacting the City Clerk at 691-7544.
Where can I apply for a bike license?
You can come into the Public Safety Department, and apply at
the Records Bureau. The cost for this service is $2.00.
You can contact the Records Bureau (248) 691-7526 during
business hours as to the information you may need to bring
with you to get a license.
Where can I view the Sex Offenders List?
This list is available for viewing in the Records Bureau
located in the Oak Park Public Safety Department, during the
hours of 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday. It is also
posted on the
Internet.
Public Safety Shoulder Patch Requests:
Due to the volume of requests received and the potential
costs associated, the Oak Park Department of Public Safety
does not provide its uniform shoulder patches to
collectors, other individuals, or agencies. Oak Park Public
Safety shoulder patches are not available for purchase and
the Department does not participate in any "police-patch
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