Traffic Complaint

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You can let us know about a recurring traffic issue using this form. The information will be sent to our specialized traffic enforcement unit for resolution. Examples of uses for this form include:

  • Vehicles consistently traveling too fast on a specific street
  • An intersection where vehicles are not stopping for stop signs or traffic lights
  • A vehicle that is consistently operated in a reckless manner or a stretch of roadway where vehicles are consistently operated in a reckless manner
  • Other traffic issues that may require specialized enforcement or attention not already listed.

There are times when you should contact our dispatch at (515) 222-3321 about certain traffic problems. These include:

  • Vehicles that are illegally parked
  • A driver you believe is intoxicated
  • A reckless driving incident that is happening right now
  • Minor traffic crashes

You may also call 911 if necessary or you believe the situation is an emergency.

 If the traffic violation is occurring outside the city limits of West Des Moines, you must report it to the police department where the traffic concern is occurring.

Please correct the fields below:

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Your name:

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Your phone number:

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Your Street Address:
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Your email address:

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Location of violation: Please give a specific intersection or stretch of road. General neighborhood boundaries, lengthy stretches of roadways, or non-specific locations make targeted enforcement difficult.

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Type of traffic problem:

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Type of traffic problem:
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Please provide any additional information that will assist officers in addressing this traffic concern. Additional information that may be of assistance would be specific days or times, a specific vehicle involved, or other identifying details.
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Would you like to be contacted by a representative from the department regarding this complaint? (choose one)

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Would you like to be contacted by a representative from the department regarding this complaint? (choose one)
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