On this page you will find general Police information including the report log, statistics, and various applications and publications available for download.
Be sure to check the press release and statistics links found at the top of this page for additional information.
Calling 911 Use 9-1-1 to save a life, report a fire, stop a crime, report a suspicious persons or activity that is occurring (right now). 9-1-1 is the right number to call in an emergency when a prompt response is needed. [more]
Alarm Ordinance The Palo Alto Police Department responded to approximately 3,160 alarms during the fiscal year of 2006-2007. [more]
Abandoned Bicycles There has been a change in the the way the Police Deprtment handles abandoned bicycles. [more]
Parking in Palo Alto Parking is provided for visitors and customers in the downtown area and California Avenue business district on the street, in offstreet parking lots and in parking garages. [more]
General General Police forms and publications to download
Theft from Auto Map April 1 to July 3, 2008 Map showing the location of theft from auto. Thefts will appear in a different color for each month (see legend on map) Revision Date: 07/03/2008
Auto Burglaries Map April 1 to July 3, 2008 Map showing the location of auto burglaries. Burglaries will appear in a different color for each month (see legend on map) Revision Date: 07/03/2008
Residential Burglaries Map April 1 to July 3, 2008 Map showing the location of residential burglaries. Burglaries will appear in a different color for each month (see legend on map) Revision Date: 07/03/2008