Traffic and Vehicle Related Questions
How do I pay a city/parking citation?
You may mail your payment, along with the copy of the citation, to Dayton Police Department, 514 6th
Avenue Dayton, Kentucky 41074. You may also pay the citation in person, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.
to 5 p.m. After seven (7) days the fine for the city/parking citation is doubled.
How do I contest a city/parking citation?
You may fill out a “request for hearing form” at the Dayton Police Department within seven (7) days of
receiving the city/parking citation.
If my vehicle was towed, what do I do?
Pick up a release form for the towed vehicle from the Dayton Police Department. Take the signed copy of
the release form to Fenders Towing in Newport, Kentucky for release of the vehicle.
How can I report an abandoned vehicle?
If the vehicle is located on city-owned property or a city street, call the police department at 859-261-1471
and report the location and type of vehicle. The officer will mark the vehicle to ensure that the vehicle is in
fact abandoned. The officer will follow-up to see that the vehicle has been removed and, if not, will call for a
tow truck.
What can be done about illegally parked vehicles, such as those blocking a driveway?
Call the police department at 859-261-1471 to report the violation.
What should I do if I’ve been involved in a traffic accident?
Stay at the scene and call the police department. If there are injuries or any emergency circumstances, call
911. If the accident is minor and/or there are no injuries, call dispatch at 859-292-3622.
How can I obtain a copy of a police report?
You can come in to the police department at 514 6th Avenue between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.,
Monday through Friday. You’ll be required to present a photo ID. There may be a minimal cost for a
standard police report.
Neighborhood Related Questions
What can I do about barking dogs in my neighborhood?
Contact the Campbell County Dispatch at 859-292-3622.
How can I report dogs running loose in my neighborhood?
Contact the Campbell County Dispatch at 859-292-3622.
How can I report illegal activity in my neighborhood?
There are three ways to report illegal activity. You can call the Campbell County Dispatch at 859-292-3622
and they will have you talk to a police officer or you can contact the Dayton Police Department at 859-261-
1471. If you choose to leave the information anonymously, please remember, the success of the action taken will
rely on the information you give. In other words, the more information you give, the better the chance the
crime will be solved. If you choose to leave your name and number, rest assured an officer or investigator
will contact you. If you have witnessed a crime, or have information beneficial to law enforcement, please call as soon as you
can. Regardless of the time, day, night, or weekends, call Campbell County Dispatch at 859-292-3622. If it is
an emergency, please call 911. Third you can leave a tip on our tip line.
Employment Questions
How can I obtain information on becoming a police officer?
In Kentucky the Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT) is responsible for the training and
certification of law enforcement officers in the Commonwealth. You must first be hired on by a police
department in the Commonwealth before you can attend the police academy.
How can I become an officer with the Dayton Police Department?
You can download an application from the website or stop by 514 6th Avenue and obtain a copy. Once the
application is filled out return it to the police department. We are always accepting applications.
Miscellaneous Issues
How can I report a hate crime?
Call your local law enforcement. If you are inside the city limits of Dayton, call 859-261-1471.
What can I do about annoying or threatening phone calls?
Call your local law enforcement. If you are inside the city limits of Dayton, call 859-261-1471.
How can I report child abuse?
Call your local law enforcement. If you are inside the city limits of Dayton, call 859-261-1471.
When should I use "911"?
911 is an emergency line which should be used in life-threatening or urgent situations which require the
immediate presence of law enforcement, medical or fire personnel. For non-emergencies contact the
Campbell County Dispatch at 859-292-3622 or the Dayton Police Department at 859-261-1471.
