 |
 |
Services and Information
If you need police assistance anywhere on the island of Oahu, emergency or non-emergency, call 9-1-1.
This page lists some of the services provided by the Honolulu Police Department. It also lists services and topic that are handled by other agencies.
Alarm Bureau
The goal is to reduce the numbers of false alarms and allow our officers to use their time more productively in activities which effectively promote safer communities. Alarm registration is required by state law. The Honolulu Police web site provides information on burglar alarm registration and tips on how to reduce false alarms.
Animal Nuisance
The Hawaiian Humane Society is the primary agency concerning the safe guarding of animals. Enforcement of animal laws is a responsibility of the Humane Society, along with the Honolulu Police Department.
Citizens Police Academy Programs
Applications for Adult, Youth, and the Business Citizens Police Academy can be obtained online at the Community Affairs Section web site or at any district police station.
Complaints Against Officers
The Honolulu Police Commission, Internal Affairs, or Personnel Division investigates complaints against police officers, depending upon the circumstances. A notarized statement is required as part of the police union's collective bargaining agreement. Be sure to bring a proper identification card (state ID, driver's license, passport, etc.).
Complaints by Email
A police report cannot be made via email. Please call 911 if you would like to make a criminal complaint or file a police report.
Complaints about drugs, gambling, and prostitution
Suspicious activities such as suspected drug dealing, prostitution, or gambling offenses occuring in the City and County of Honolulu, may be reported anonymously. An On-line form is provided from the Narcotics Vice Division.
Criminal History Checks
The Honolulu Police Department does not issue criminal history records. These records are also known as police abstracts, police certificates or police clearances in other jurisdictions. This information is maintained by the State of Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center.
Domestic Violence
The Family Violence Detail of HPD´s Criminal Investigation Division, has developed a Domestic Violence safety plan. Information includes the process on how to get a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO). Court Order of Protection, and more.
Driver's License and Motor Vehicle Registration
These services are handled by the City and County of Honolulu's Department of Customer Services, which is the authority for obtaining Driver's Licenses and processing Motor Vehicle Registration.
Phone: (808) 532-7700 Recording, Fax: (808) 532-7722.
Employment Information
Learn about the process of becoming a police officer or dispatcher. The Human Resources Division is responsible for the administration of all personnel matters within the Honolulu Police Department, in conjunction with the City's Department of Human Resources. See the HPD Jobs Page online for more information.
Firearms
The Honolulu Police Department's firearms section processes all firearms applications and registrations for the island of Oahu. The information avaliable includes how to register a firearm, bringing firearms to Hawaii, and firearms laws.
House Checks
The Honolulu Police Department conducts house checks for vacationing residents upon request. House checks help with protecting property and the early detection of burglary, vandalism, and other crimes. House checks are always conducted by uniformed officers. See the House Checks page for more information.
Information Requests
The Honolulu Police Department is unable to provide certain types of information via the Internet,such as police reports and personal information of any type. Because the identity of the sender cannot be verified. Official requests for information should be made in person at the Main police station, located at 801 South Beretania Street.
Keiki ID Cards or Keiki Fingerprinting
The purpose of the Honolulu Police Department's Keiki Print program is to provide parents with a record of their child's vital information. This information will be needed by police if the child is lost or kidnapped. This is a very inexpensive form of life insurance! Information about these programs can be obtained by calling the Community Affairs Section at (808) 529-3351.
Locating an officer
If you need to locate someone that works for the Honolulu Police Department, call HPD's Human Resources Division (Locator) at (808) 529-3612 or (808) 529-3336.
Neighborhood Security Watch
The Neighborhood Security Watch program on Oahu, sponsored by the Honolulu Police Department, involves total citizens participation in a self-help cooperative battle against crime. Its primary purpose is the protection of our communities and our property.
Operation Identification
Engrave identifying marks on your valuable property and maintain an inventory. The Honolulu Police Department conducts the Operation Identification Program as a service to the citizens of Honolulu. This program helps to take the profit out of burglaries and other thefts by making the stolen property easier to identify and harder to sell.
Police Reports
For assistance in obtaining letters of verification regarding Police or Motor Vehicle Accidents Reports, please contact the Records Division. Telephone: (808) 529-3271.
Note: Traffic abstract are obtained from the District Courts.
Ride-A-Long Program
This program offers citizens the opportunity to ride with a member of the Honolulu Police Department, as the officer performs patrol related functions. An instruction form can be obtained online and printed out. The complete application can be obtained from the HPD Community Affairs Section or any district police station, and is to be completed and returned to the Community Affairs Section. Information about this program can be obtained by calling the Community Affairs Section at (808) 529-3351.
Police Shoulder Patches
(Law enforcement only) In order to obtain a Honolulu Police Department shoulder patch (purchase or trade), you must be affiliated with a law enforcement agency. You must provide a copy of your identification with that law enforcement agency. For example, a business card if available and a photo copy of your I.D.
Speaker Requests
We have officers available to speak on various topics relating to law enforcement and safety.There are three ways to request for a HPD Speaker or other Services, a written letter, fax or Email requesting a police officer for a speaking engagement may be sent to the Community Affairs Section.
Station Tours
Station tours are available at our Alapai Headquarters. Tours are conducted on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. except holidays. The maximum group size is 25. The Honolulu Police Department's law enforcement museum is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for individuals and groups.
Youth Programs
PAL, GREAT, DARE, and LEEP are programs that comes under the Juvenile Services Division. JSD is part of HPD's Investigative Bureau the main offices is located on the 1st floor of the Alapai Headquarters at 801 South Beretania Street. The Educational Unit is located at the Kapolei Police Station, 1100 Kamokila Boulevard.
