FAQs
Over the years, the Los Angeles Police Department has received many calls from community members with questions about police procedures, what to do about certain types of crime in their neighborhood, or just general questions about certain divisions. This section answers the most frequently asked questions.
Traffic/Vehicle Related Questions
How can I contest a traffic citation?
I lost my traffic citation - What do I do?
I have a question regarding my traffic citation - Who do I ask?
How can I contest a parking violation?
Crime Related Information
Where can I obtain crime prevention information?
Where can I obtain information on Domestic Violence?
How can I report a hate crime?
How can I obtain a restraining order?
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Where can I obtain information on Domestic Violence?
How can I report a hate crime?
How can I obtain a restraining order?
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Jail and Custody Information
What is the procedure for posting bail?
What are the hours of operation for LAPD jails?
Where and when will an arrestee go to court?
Jail Public Information
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What are the hours of operation for LAPD jails?
Where and when will an arrestee go to court?
Jail Public Information
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obtaining police information
Nuisance-Related Questions
What can I do about my noisy neighbors?
What is the law regarding loud vehicle alarms?
What are the regulations regarding construction related noise?
What can I do about barking dogs in my neighborhood?
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What is the law regarding loud vehicle alarms?
What are the regulations regarding construction related noise?
What can I do about barking dogs in my neighborhood?
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more information
Alarm Ordinance: Frequently Asked Questions
California information on registered sex offenders (Meagans Law)