West Des Moines, IA

Use Our Online Services for Your Convenience

Choose from any of our available services to get assistance quickly and conveniently.

• File an Online Police Report

  Submit a report for a non-emergency incident or a crime that is not currently in progress.

• Police Records Requests

  Request public records such as crash reports, crime reports, videos, and other documents.

• Traffic Complaint

  Report areas where additional traffic enforcement or education may be needed to improve safety.

• Crime Tips

  Share information about suspicious or criminal activity occurring in West Des Moines.

• Off-Duty Police Officer Work Request

  Request an officer for special events or assignments where a police presence is required.

• Police Department General Inquiry

  Submit a non-criminal question for the police department. Your inquiry will be routed to the appropriate staff member.

• Schedule Fingerprints Online

  Schedule an appointment to have fingerprints taken. The fee is $15 per card, with optional prepayment available.

• Parking Enforcement Variance Request

  Request temporary relaxed parking enforcement for events or situations where additional parking is needed.

• Online Payments

  Make online payments for eligible police department services.