Use our online services for your convenience!

Choose from any of our available services to get service quickly and conveniently.

File an Online Police Report - Use this to file a report about a crime that is not in progress or an emergency situation.

Police Records Requests - You can request public records such as motor vehicle crash reports, crime reports, videos, and other public records.

Traffic Complaint - As traffic safety is one of our most important concerns, use this form to let us know about areas where additional enforcement and education may be necessary to keep drivers and pedestrians safe.

Crime Tips - Know about suspicious or criminal activity in West Des Moines and want to report it? Use this form to let us know the details.

Off-Duty Police Officer Work Request - Request a police officer to work special events and other assignments where a police presence is required.

Police Department General Inquiry - Have a question for the police department about a non-criminal matter, but not sure where to go or who to ask? Use this form to let us know and we will get it to the right person for a response.

Schedule Fingerprints Online - You can schedule a time to get fingerprints taken at our department. The cost is 15 dollars for each card. You can even pre-pay to make the appointment quicker.

Parking Enforcement Variance Request - Having a big event at your place that needs additional parking, but it is prohibited on your street? Request a parking enforcement variance to see if we can provide relaxed enforcement of parking regulations for a short time.

Online Payments - We accept online payments for certain services. Find out the details on this page.