Most Frequently Asked Questions:
1. Q. How do I get a copy of a report?
A. The request will need to be in writing to the Chief of Police. It will then
be determined if the case has been adjudicated. If the case has not been
adjudicated, the report will not be released. For cases that have been
referred for prosecution you may request a copy from the prosecuting
attorney. If it is approved for release, you will be notified when it is ready
and a fee of $1.00 per page will be charged.
-For an accident report you were involved in you need only to request a copy
of the report. There is a $2.00 flat rate charge for this request.
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2. Q. How do I obtain a local records check?
A. A Records Check request form will need to be completed. The form can be
picked up at the Powell Police Department or you can print the form from this website.
Make sure to include all of your biographical information to ensure accuracy of the
record check. A photo ID will need to be presented at the time of the request.
A $2.00 fee will be charged for this process and will need to be paid upon submittal
of your request. This will provide only Powell Police records, for a general criminal
history your request must be submitted to the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation.
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3. Q. How do I obtain a dog license?
A. All dogs, 5 months and older, are required to wear a current year’s pet
license. In order to purchase a license, you will need to present a
veterinarian’s rabies certificate noting current rabies vaccination
information and documentation if the dog has been spayed or neutered.
The cost for a spayed/neutered dog is $2.00 and for an unaltered dog is
$10.00. Pet licenses go on sale in mid-December and expire January 10th
of each year.
4. Q. Are cats required to wear a pet license?
A. No, cats, 5 months and older and residing in the city limits, are required to
wear a collar or harness displaying a current rabies tag. If you wish, you
can obtain a pet license for your cat, but it is voluntary.
5. Q. How long can I legally drive a vehicle, after purchasing it, before I have to
register it?
A. -Within 45 days if transferred from and temporary license permits issued
by a licensed dealer
-Within 45 days if transferred by an out-of-state dealer
-Within 45 days if transferred and the bank is holding the title, and you
can drive on a notarized Bill of Sale making sure it states the financial
institution that holds that title.
-Within 30 days for private party/individual transfers when accompanied
by a properly executed title for the vehicle transferring interest in the
vehicle to the transferee.
6. Q. Does Powell have a curfew law?
A. Yes, City Ordinance 9.20.020 states curfew hours for minors under sixteen
years of age are:
- September 1st through May 31st, 11pm on any Sunday, Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday, or Thursday until 5am on the following day and 12am until 5am
on any Friday and Saturday.
-June 1st through August 31st, 12am on any Sunday, Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday until 5am on the following day.
7. Q. Why should I call 911?
A. 911 phone calls should be made only in the case of an emergency.
Examples:
- A fire or medical emergency
- A crime in progress
- Any life threatening event
- Any circumstance which creates an immediate and serious public
safety hazard
**911 is for emergencies only, there have been a lot of phone calls
made on 911 asking for directions, for phone numbers, for everyday
administrative inquiries and this ties up the lines for true
emergencies.
Some key information needed when you do make a 911 call is:
1. Your location – a physical address, or a street and cross street, or the best
description of the area you are in if you do not know where you are
2. Nature of the call – why you need assistance
3. Your phone number, name and involvement with the call
4. IF the call involves a crime in progress provide a description of the persons or
vehicles involved
5. Stay on the line as instructed. Do not hang up unless it is dangerous for you to
stay on the phone.
8. Q. Why do I need a VIN verification when I try to transfer my title?
A. The inspection involves physically verifying the vehicle identification
number on the vehicle and is a theft prevention measure. VIN inspections
are required on all vehicle transactions, except for never titled vehicles
with Manufacturers Statement of Origin and Wyoming title transfers. VIN
inspections are required by state law. The inspection verifies that the
vehicle you purchased belongs to the documents given to you. If your title
has an incorrect VIN you will have trouble selling the vehicle or in
proving you are the rightful owner.
9. Q. Who creates the Powell Municipal Ordinances?
A. The Powell City Council is the legislative branch of local government and
creates city ordinances, some that have originated at the request of the
citizens of Powell. The Powell Police Department enforces those laws
along with other State and Federal laws.
10. Q. Who do I need to call if I have a problem or complaint that may not be an
emergency?
A. If you know where the problem occurred or is occurring you will need to
contact the agency within that jurisdiction. For example, if a burglary occurs at a
residence in the county you will need to call the Park County Sheriff’s Office or if
it happened within the Powell city limits you will call the Powell Police
Department. If you have a traffic complaint that occurred on a state highway, the
Wyoming Highway Patrol will need to be contacted, etc. In some cases, an
incident may occur in another state or city’s jurisdiction. In this case you will
need to contact that agency’s proper authorities.
