Indialantic Police Department
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does it take longer for the police to respond to certain calls?
All requests for police services are prioritized based on the seriousness of the incident
and the potential for injury or damage to property. Occasionally, less serious calls must
be delayed so that we can respond immediately to emergencies.
Why am I asked so many questions when I call the police?
Dispatchers are trained to gather as much information as possible in order to determine
the nature and seriousness of the problem. On emergency calls, the dispatcher will relay
information to the officer while asking you additional questions.
Does the police department fingerprint citizens for background checks or employment
purposes and when can I have my fingerprints done? What is the cost?
Yes, fingerprinting is done on Thursdays from 2:00pm until 3:30pm. There is a $2.00 fee
for residents of the Town and a $5.00 fee for non residents. You must bring your
fingerprint card with you. It must be filled out in black ink and you MUST have a valid
picture ID.
Can I have the police department run a tag, check a driver's license, or see if
there is a warrant for someone?
Absolutely not. Florida regulations prohibit the police department from sharing
information from the statewide FCIC/NCIC computer system with non law enforcment
personnel. The department can be fined and/or lose its terminal for violating these
regulations. The Brevard County Tag Agency can run a tag for you and the Florida Driver's
License office can run a driver's license check.
Can the police open my car if I have locked my keys inside?
Unfortunately, because of the potential for damage to vehicles, the police department does
not open locked vehicles. We will assist you by contacting a locksmith for you if you
wish. If a child is locked inside the vehicle, the Fire Department will respond to remove
the child from the vehicle. This may require the breaking of a window.
Someone has abandoned a junk car in my parking lot or on my property. Can the police
tow it away for me?
The police department can only have vehicles towed that are on public property. Call a
wrecker service in your area and the vehicle will be towed away at no cost to you. The
wrecker service will notify the owners once they have determined ownership.
How can I find out if someone is in jail, when someone in jail can be visited and
any other information about persons in jail?
Contact the Brevard County jail directly at (321)690-1500.
How do I get a copy of a police report?
The Records Section is open from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. There
is no charge for reports to victims. A charge of fifteen cents per page for single-sided
copies, and twenty cents per page for two-sided copies is charged for requests from other
parties. If you need further information about reports call the Records Section at
(321)723-3512.
What if I have a question about the status of my case?
Cases involving criminal acts which appear to have some basis of solvability are referred
to a Detective for further investigation. To inquire about your case, call the police
department at (321)723-3512 and ask to speak to a Detective.
Where do I go to pay my traffic citation?
Traffic Citations are processed through the Traffic Division of the Brevard County Clerk of Court's Office. If you have any
questions about paying for a traffic citation or you would like to set a hearing date,
please contact the Clerk's Office directly at (321)264-5283. The Brevard Clerk of Court
also operates an Internet Web Site at: http://www.clerk.co.brevard.fl.us.
Can I make a police report at any time of day and do I need to make an appointment?
The police department will respond 24 hours a day, seven days a week to requests for
police assistance. The phone number for non-emergency assistance is (321)723-7788.
Can I make a police report over the telephone or does a police officer have to come
to my house?
Some reports can be taken over the telephone by a Dispatcher, however, most will require
an officer to respond.
My friend or relative is overdue returning home. How can I find out if they were in
a traffic accident?
The Police department dispatch center does not have the names of persons involved in
accidents available. If a person is injured in an accident and unable to call themselves,
we will notify their family.
We have a problem with speeders in our neighborhood. What can we do about it?
Call the Police Department, ask to speak to a Patrol Supervisor and request that this area
be placed on selective enforcement.
Should I report suspicious activity in my neighborhood?
ABSOLUTELY! The Police Department depends on citizens calling to report crimes or
suspicious activity. You will be asked questions about the activity to determine its
nature for descriptions of the people involved. You may be asked if you would like an
officer to contact you, however, you may remain anonymous if you wish.
What do you have to do to become a police officer? How do you get in the police
academy?
Contact the Brevard
County Law Enforcement Academy for information on becoming a police officer and
entrance into the police academy. The police academy is located at the Melbourne campus of
Brevard Community College, located at 3865
North Wickham Road, Melbourne, Florida 32935. BCC also houses the Brevard Police Testing and
Certification Program for applicant testing and assisting out-of-state law enforcement
officers who wish to relocate to our area. The Criminal Justice Center can be reached by
telephone at (321)632-1111.