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1. What is the Mission of the Police Department?

The mission of the Rawlins Police Department is to work in partnership with the community by providing safety and security through fair, dependable and professional police services.

2. I am traveling through town, where do I go to get help?

Contact the Police Department at 307-328-4530, 215 5th Street and/or the Wyoming Chaplin Association 307-328-9855 (h) or 307-321-1837 (c).

3. What is the Mission of the Police Department 911 Center?

It is the Rawlins Police Department 911 Center’s mission to serve as the vital link between the citizens and the public safety agencies in Rawlins. We strive to collect and disseminate all requests for service in a prompt, courteous and efficient manner for all our citizens. Through our actions, we help save lives, protect property and assist the public in their time of need.

4. Where do I go on the city website to sign up for CodeRed?

Click any CodeRED button on the City of Rawlins Home page.

5. Is there a Curfew for the City of Rawlins?

Municipal Code of Rawlins Section 9.28.010, Any minor under the age of sixteen found on any highway, street, alley, thoroughfare, bar, pool hall, club or any public place within the limits of the city between the hours of 10:30 P.M. and 6:00 A.M., unless able to give lawful excuse therefore, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor.

6. What is the process in filing a vehicle accident report?

Any time there is an accident within the City of Rawlins you need to call the Police Department. If someone is injured in the accident you need to call 911. When a 911 call comes in on an accident, an Officer will try and get to the scene faster and an ambulance will be dispatched. In case of an injury accident, everyone must remain at the scene, especially the drivers of both vehicles. If the driver of any vehicle in the accident drives off, he or she could be arrested for leaving the scene of an accident with injury. In any case with an accident, all vehicles must remain at the scene. Do not move the vehicles until directed to do so by the Officers. DO NOT LEAVE the scene unless you want a ticket. If the damage to the vehicle (which means one or both vehicles combined) totals up to or over $1,000 Rawlins Police Department will complete the State Accident Report. You can pick up a copy of the Officers report at the Rawlins Police Department. . A charge will be assessed when picking up an Officers accident report. Let your Insurance Company know you were in an accident. I you have questions, please call the Police Station on their non-emergency number @ 307-328-4530 or stop by the Station located at 215 5th Street.

7. What does a "Warning" mean on a motor vehicle citation?

There is no fine associated with a warning. The Rawlins Police Department does not issue warning tickets. The officer will give you a verbal warning or write a citation.

8. Are fingerprinting services available?

Fingerprinting services are available at the Carbon County Building, 415 W. Pine Street in Rawlins on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday between 1:00 P.M. and 3:00 P.M. You will need to contact the Carbon County Sheriffs Department at 307-324-2776.

9. How do I report Graffiti?

Contact the Police Department at 307-328-4530, or come by the Police Department at 215 5th Street to file a police report. Go to the Dispatch window, where the Dispatcher will take the information and call an Officer to take the report.

10. What is the Wyoming State Penitentiary contact information?

P.O. Box 400, Rawlins, WY 82301 @ 307-328-1442.

11. How do I get on your Vendors list.

To be notified of a Bid/RFP, send your Company information and the product/equipment you sell with the name of your contact person to: City of Rawlins, P.O. Box 953, Rawlins, WY. Attention: (originator of bid) Department. Check the website often for current bid offerings and submit your bids as instructed.