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Professionalism and dedication to service

Our department demands the highest level of professionalism from its employees. We maintain that employee contact with the public should inspire respect and generate cooperation and approval from the public we serve.

Our department strives to provide the best possible police services. For more than 80 years, our department has worked hard every day to protect those who live, work and visit the city of Menlo Park. We achieve this through crime suppression and problem solving, crime analysis and development of crime prevention strategies.

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David Norris
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650-330-6300

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Recent news

Police reinstate alarm response program: Alarm registration required

Published on June 08, 2026

Menlo Park PD is reinstating its Alarm Response Program effective July 1, 2026, to improve emergency response efficiency, reduce false alarm calls, and ensure accurate contact information. All residential and commercial alarm systems must be registered annually, beginning July 1 and renewing each fiscal year. In addition, updated false alarm response fees will take effect on Aug. 1, 2026.

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Police reinstate alarm response program July 1: register alarms

Published on June 08, 2026

The Menlo Park Police Department (MPPD) is reinstating its Alarm Response Program, effective July 1, to improve emergency response efficiency, reduce false alarm calls, and ensure accurate contact information during real emergencies. As part of this reinstatement, all residential and commercial alarm systems must be registered annually, beginning July 1 and renewing each fiscal year.

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Alarm Program

All alarmed residential and commercial premises are required to have an alarm system permit.

Behind the badge

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Careers

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Community engagement

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Crime safety and prevention

Tips for crime prevention everyday and holiday seasons. Identity theft and youth safety as well as, information about fireworks, registering a bike and Megan's Law.

Dangerous animal hearings

These administrative hearings, conducted by an independent hearing officer, determine if an animal should be declared "Dangerous," as defined by Menlo Park Municipal Code §9.02.100.

File a report online

You may file an online police report and print a confirmation page for your records. After submittal, your report will be reviewed by a staff member. Staff may contact you if additional investigation is needed.

FAQs

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Parking permits

Learn about annual overnight and temporary overnight parking permits

Records

The Police Records Unit is responsible for processing paperwork including; police reports, citations, subpoenas. As well as registering sex, narcotic, arson and gang offenders.

Reimagining public safety

Learn more about the collaborative process for reimagining public safety.

Transparency

The Police Department is committed to transparency and open communication. We understand transparency builds trust.

Special event permits

Thank you for your interest in holding a special event in Menlo Park. Special events play an important role in building community and creating vibrancy within Menlo Park.

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