NEWS
Congratulations to Chief Randy Young
On March 18th 2023 at the Annual Stafford Town Meeting Retired Chief Micheal Richard, and Retired Chief Scott Young pinned newly appointed Randy Young with his Chief badge. Randy has been with the department for since 2002.
House Checks
When you go out of town, whether for a weekend or an extended vacation, the last thing you want to worry about is the safety and security of your home or property. Furthermore, as safe as Strafford is, an empty or abandoned property can be an open invitation to criminal activity. The Strafford Police Department recognizes this and has instituted a House and Property Check program. Simply click the link to the right to complete a house check/ property check online form, the form will automatically be sent to the police department via email. Our officers will include your property and outside vehicles on their day and night patrols, paying special attention to any damage or unexpected activity.
Services
The Strafford Police Department provides a number of services to the community that go above and beyond patrols, emergency response, and ongoing criminal investigations. The officers and staff of the Strafford Police Department are a team of professionals dedicated to providing each resident the highest and most responsive level of service possible. Many of us not only work here, but have chosen to live and raise a family here as well. Being active members of the community in which we work gives us a unique appreciation of the needs and concerns of its residents – our neighbors. The Strafford Police Department consists of six full-time officers. A full range of law enforcement services are provided, including neighborhood safety, and year-round property checks
Strafford residents now have the ability to register their children’s bicycles at the police department. Every bike that is registered through the department will be given a specific registration number with a weather proof sticker that will be placed on the bike. If the bike is ever lost or stolen and recovered by the police department we can promptly return the bike to its owner. We encourage all parents to come by the station during normal business hours or call to set up a time to meet with an officer to register their bike(s).
The Strafford Police Department recognizes that even within our very small community each neighborhood – or resident – has concerns and questions unique and relevant to them. In striving to provide the highest possible level of service, we would be happy to schedule a “Meet and Greet” in your neighborhood or home to review and deal with any concerns you may have. Is it Town Meeting time, and you’re wondering why we need another officer? Let’s talk about that. Are you fed up with speeding cars in front of your home? Maybe we can help. Let us give you some information. The Police Department may not always be able to help, but it helps us all to be more aware.
Need to Pay a Ticket Online
If you received a ticket from any Strafford officer you may be able to pay the fine online. Paying for a ticket requires a valid credit or debit card (you must be the authorized user of this card). A plea of Guilty or Nolo Contender must be entered. Clicking the link below will bring you to the NH DMV online payment portal.
Helpful Links
In the State of New Hampshire, any motor vehicle accident-causing death, personal injury, or combined vehicle/property damage in excess of $1,000.00 must be reported in writing to the NH DMV within 15 days.
If police respond to/investigate an accident, the officer will submit a written report to the NH DMV. If the police did not investigate, the individual operator(s) would be responsible for filing an Operator’s Report.
To receive a pistol permit, you first must complete a NH Resident pistol/revolve license form. You can download the PDF file by clicking here or visit the station to gain a hard copy of the form. The form must be completed and brought back to the Strafford Police Department or town where you reside. There is a general fee of 10 dollars for each permit submitted, to be brought to the station upon approval of the license, by the Chief of police. Police departments would like to encourage the citizens of Strafford to exercise their Second Amendment rights to obtain a New Hampshire pistol permit. Anyone 18 and older and who hasn’t been convicted of a felony or certain domestic violence offenses is eligible to obtain a permit.
If you are in need of a VIN verification please call ahead to set up a time to meet with an officer. Click the here for a copy of the VIN verification form.
Click here for a list of The Town of Strafford’s ordinances.
