Do you have to file a report with the police?

If you are a mandated reporter, check with your state’s requirements for mandated reporters as each state has a specific definition about what may be required in order for the authorities to accept a report, and under what circumstances you must file. In many cases having “reason to suspect abuse” is sufficient to contact authorities.

Where do I go to report a crime?

If so, please call 999 now. Please answer the following questions to help us direct your report to the right local force. Please note that not all forces provide online reporting yet, so you might need to call or visit a police station.

Where can I report a suspected tax fraud?

Report suspected tax fraud to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). You may be eligible to claim a Whistleblower Informant Award for reporting the fraud. Report state tax fraud to your state’s department of revenue or other tax authority .

How to report identity theft to the police?

Reporting Identity Theft to Local Police Complete an identity theft report with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Gather documents to support your claim. Visit your local police station. Talk to an officer. Get a copy of the completed report. Follow up with additional information.

How do you file a police report?

Filing a Report in Person Locate the nearest police department. Gather information about the incident you want to report. Bring your ID to confirm your identity. Visit the police department during regular business hours. Talk to an officer about the incident. Get a copy of the report. Follow up on your report within a week.

How do you report a police department?

Exactly how you file a police report depends on what you are reporting. In an emergency, phone 911. In a less grave situation, call the nonemergency number or visit the police station to file a report. For vandalism, you can often file a police report online.

What’s in a police report?

A police report, simply put, is a document drafted when a crime is reported to the police. Reports commonly include the names of the victim and perpetrator, type of offence, potential witnesses, etc.

How do I find a police report online?

Filing a Report Online Find the local police department’s website. You typically can find your local police department’s website by doing a quick internet search with the word “police” and the name of your city, or the city where the incident occurred. Check the types of reports you can file.