Police Department FAQ

La Center Police

Below are frequently asked questions. Click on a question for an answer. If you don’t find what you are looking for, please call or email us.

Clark County Sheriff’s Office processes all La Center Police Records Request for Crime Reports and Traffic Accidents. Records should be requested by following the link to the Clark County Public Records Disclosure Unit.

https://clark.wa.gov/sheriff/public-disclosure-unit

The La Center Police Department’s primary jurisdiction covers the city limits of La Center.  However, the LCPD may response to emergency calls for service based on the circumstances of the call outside its jurisdiction.

If you need a police officer to assist you, please contact Clark County Emergency Service Agency (CRESA).  You may dial 911 for an emergency and 311 for a non-emergency.   IF you have a mental health emergency you may dial 988.

There is a leash law under La Center Municipal Code 6.10.090.7. Laws regarding animals can be found in the La Center Municipal code under Title 6.

La Center does have an ordinance addressing loud noises (Nuisances affecting peace and safety). These noises are described as excessive and are in violation of La Center Municipal Code 8.55.050(2).

The La Center Police Department does not issue concealed weapons permits. Contact the Clark County Sheriff’s Office for any inquiries at 360-397-2211.

There are several services available that will help you unlock your vehicle such as tow companies, locksmiths, etc. However, in the event of an emergency such as a child being locked inside of a car, we will unlock any vehicle.

Tickets are paid at the appropriate Court, either Battle Ground Municipal Court or Clark County District Court in Vancouver. This information is provided on the citation you have received. Call the Court listed on your copy for inquiries.

The La Center Police Department only assists with court ordered stand-bys within the city limits of La Center. Call 311 to request civil stand-by.

To find out if someone is in jail, contact the Clark County Jail at 360-397-2211 or go to the Clark County Sheriff’s Department website and look up the jail roster.

Call our Department during business hours to inquire about your property. If your case is still active, your property may have to be held until the trial has ended.

If your vehicle has been impounded, you must contact the tow company to find out what is needed to get your vehicle out of impound. If your vehicle was towed in our jurisdiction by us, then you may call to find out which tow company has your vehicle but you will still have to call the tow company to find out how to get your vehicle out of impound..

All dogs 6 months and older must be licensed if you live in the La Center City limits. Animal licenses are up for renewal on an annual basis. Dog licenses must be renewed annually by the end of January for the new calendar year or within 30 days of the expiration of the current license. Call La Center City Hall at 360-263-2782 for current licensing fees and information.

Yes, there is a junk ordinance in the City of La Center. It falls under LCMC Chapter 8.15. Please call if you have any questions.

Administered by the Department of Homeland Security, a U Visa and T Visa allows immigration protection for victims of qualifying crimes and their qualifying family members (as appropriate), who are helpful to law enforcement in the detention, investigation or prosecution of criminal activity. This is a temporary visa that can be valid up to four years, and in some cases may be extended.

These Visa’s are not automatic, and can only be granted if the appropriate paperwork is sent to Homeland Security via the law enforcement agency where the criminal activity occurred.

If the incident(s) occurred within the jurisdiction of the La Center Police Department, then applicants submit their completed I-918 or I-914 documents for certification.

In order to certify a petition, the petitioner should submit evidence, attached to their petition, of their cooperation with law enforcement. Police Officers and Sergeants involved must concur that a U Visa or T Visa applicant has both cooperated with law enforcement and will cooperate in any subsequent prosecution certifying the application.


Visa Requests 

Download the U and T Visa Certification Checklist

Requests should be forwarded to the La Center Police Department:

La Center Police Department
105 W 5th Street
La Center, WA 98629

The La Center Police Department is under no legal obligation to sign off on a declaration and may do so at its discretion. Certification does not automatically grant an immigration benefit. Without law enforcement certification, the Visa will be denied.

For more information on the process and forms required, please visit www.uscis.gov/i-918 or www.uscis.gov/i-914.

For questions telephone: (360) 263-2745

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