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1. How do I deal with annoying phone calls?

The best immediate action to take is to hang up the phone, wait for a dial tone and press *64 on your telephone immediately after the call is received. There is a charge for this trace. The telephone company will advise you at that time if the trace was successful. Regardless of the success of the trace, call 911 and request an officer to respond to your location for an aggravated harassment report. Calls not of a threatening nature will be classified as an annoyance. Based upon the investigation, the officer and the telephone company may institute further action.

2. How do I obtain a copy of a police report?

Copies of approved accident reports are available to the drivers and occupants involved. Copies of approved crime and incident reports are available to the victim. Copies of reports can be obtained either in person or by mail by enclosing a stamped self-addressed envelope. The cost for all copies is $0.25 per page.

3. The people to notify in an emergency at my business have changed, how do I notify the Police Department?

The police department requests that the list of people to notify in an emergency be kept as accurate as possible. In this way, we can contact you immediately if necessary and not needlessly bother individuals no longer connected with your business. To update your information, print out the update form and mail it to the police department. Emergency Contact Form

4. When must child restraint seats be used?

Children under the age of 4 and weighing less than 40 pounds must be in approved child safety seats. Children ages 4, 5, 6, and 7 must be properly secured in an appropriate child restraint system, such as a child safety seat, harness/vest, or booster seat. Seat belts are not designed for children under 4’9”, and do not protect small children. Your child should stay in a booster seat until the adult seat belt fits him or her properly. This is usually when your child reaches 4'9" in height and is about 8 years old.

All passengers under the age of 16 must use seatbelts. All front seat passengers, including the driver, are required to use a seatbelt.

5. How do I get my towed vehicle released?

For vehicles authorized to be released, an "Authorization for Release Slip" must be obtained from Records during normal business hours. To obtain the "Authorization for Release Slip" you must provide the following documents:

• Valid Ownership Papers (Title &/or Registration)
• Valid Insurance Card
• Valid Personal Photo ID

The vehicle will only be released to the registered or titled owner, unless written notarized authorization from the owner is produced.

An owner obtaining a release slip where the vehicle is stored at the PD impound may pick it up 24 hours a day. The minimum tow fee is $100.00 and is subject to additional charges. The storage fee of $12.00 per day starts after the vehicle is OK’d for release. Payment must be made in the form of cash (exact amount).

An owner obtaining a release slip where the vehicle is stored at Sutherland Service, Murray's Towing or Twelve Corners Towing must contact the appropriate vendor for release information and storage fees. Their phone numbers are: Sutherland - (585) 381-5610; Murray's - (585) 334-5382; and Twelve Corners - (585) 473-5000.

6. How do I report suspected drug activity?

To report suspected drug activity, call the Brighton Police Department's hotline at (585) 784-5382.

7. How may I get my fingerprints taken?

Fingerprints are available to Town residents and those people working within the Town of Brighton.

Fingerprints are taken on Mondays from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm and on Wednesdays from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm, holidays excluded.

Please call ahead (585) 784-5125 to ensure that fingerprinting for that day has not been canceled.

Anyone wishing to have their fingerprints taken must provide a completed and signed fingerprint card, available from the requesting agency.

The fee is $5.00 cash (exact amount only, please) per fingerprint card.

The police department no longer fingerprints for immigration purposes.

8. What restrictions are placed on operators of motor vehicles with learner's permits?

A person with a learner's permit may operate a vehicle between the hours of 5:00 am and 9:00 pm when in the direct company of a person age 21 or older who is in possession of a valid New York State driver's license to operate that type of vehicle. Persons with permits may drive between the hours of 9 pm and 5 am when in the direct company of a licensed parent, guardian, Driver Education teacher or Driving School Instructor. See additional restrictions and information on the NYS DMV web site. NYS DMV

9. What restrictions are placed on drivers with junior licenses?

A person under the age of 18, holding a junior license, may drive between the hours of 5:00 am and 9:00 pm. A person with a junior license may drive without a supervising driver between 9 pm and 5 am only directly between a school course or employment. See additional restrictions and information on the NYS DMV web site. NYS DMV

10. What parking restrictions exist in the Town of Brighton?

No parking is allowed on Town streets from November 1 to April 15 between the hours of 2:00 am and 7:00 am. From April 16 to October 31 there is no parking allowed on any State road or where otherwise posted.

11. How do I pay a parking or traffic ticket?

The fines for a parking ticket are listed directly on the ticket. If you plead guilty, the fine can be paid to the Court either in person Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 4:30 pm or by mail.
For traffic tickets, you must enter a plea to the court either in person or by mail, before your court date (see Section "B" on the reverse side of the traffic ticket). You may plead guilty either in person Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 4:30 pm or by mail and the fine will be assessed.
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12. What are the telephone numbers for the police department?

For Emergencies and Complaints dial 9-1-1
Administration dial (585) 784-5150
Investigative Division dial (585) 784-5110
Records Division dial (585) 784-5125

13. Who is required to wear a bicycle helmet?

All persons age 14 and younger are required to wear a bicycle helmet when they are riding a bicycle or roller-blading.

14. Am I required to register my bicycle?

Although it is not required, you may register your bicycle with the Brighton Recreation Department if you desire. If you do not register your bicycle it is a good idea to keep the serial number in a safe place in the event the bicycle is lost or stolen.

15. How do I retrieve property in police custody?

Property may be retrieved during the hours of 9:00 am to 4:00 pm by contacting the property clerk at (585) 784-5118. It is recommended you call before you come to the police department to avoid any inconvenience. Property held as a result of criminal activity must first be cleared for release by the district attorney’s office.

16. During what times of the year are studded snow tires legal?

Studded snow tires are legal between October 15 and May 1.

17. Can I call the police if I am locked out of my vehicle?

Because of the potential for damage to vehicles, the police department no longer attempts to open locked doors. A tow company or locksmith is your best alternative. If a child or pet is locked inside, a police officer will request the fire department to gain entry into the vehicle.

18. How do I take care of a warrant issued for my arrest?

You have two choices. You may call 9-1-1 and advise the operator that a warrant has been issued and that you would like to turn yourself in or you may appear at the police department and advise the records personnel at the front counter.