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211, 511 and 711, what is it?
911 Oops.....
911 Questions, Why does the operator ask so many?
Background checks, How to obtain ?
Camper Parked on the street?
Conceal & Carry Info
Complaint, How to file a formal complaint ?
Donation to Police Survivors, Considering?
Dog Nuisance & Restraint Info?
False Alarm Charges, What are they ?
Fingerprints, How to obtain ?
Gun Locks, How do I get free?
Night eyes, What are they ?
Office hours, What are they ?
Police/Accident Report, How to obtain ?
Property Release, How to obtain?
SRO, What is a School Resource Officer ?
Towed Vehicle release, How to obtain ?
Security System Registration, How to ?
Soliciting permit required in Miami Township?
Soliciting Permit, Reporting failure to obtain ?
Speed Trailer, How do I request one in my neighborhood?
Vacation house check, How to obtain ?
Victim assistance, What is ?
211, 511, 711, what is it ?
211 United Way Emergency Social Services When a caller dials 2-1-1, they are connected with a trained specialist who can connect them to thousands of programs and hundreds of local agencies to address their needs.
511 Artimis Traveler Information Service. Artimis provides an express mode of accessing 5-1-1 information in addition to the Voice Recognition capabilities. Call 511 and give it a try! Outside the Greater Cincinnati area, dial 513-333-3333. You can leave audio feedback by entering or saying 6 at the main menu.
711 Relay services for the deaf and hard of hearing. Telecommunications Relay Service, TRS provides a communications link between people with hearing or speech disabilities using a text telephone (TTY) and people who use voice phones. By dialing 711, you'll reach a TRS center. A communications assistant at the center sets up a connection between the TTY caller and the phone user and "relays" the discussion by typing in the voice-conversation and speaking the text message. All communications assistants have been specially trained to help conversations flow with ease and accuracy. All calls are handled with total privacy.
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911 Oops...
If you accidentally call 911, DON'T HANG UP! Stay on the line and
explain the situation to the operator.
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Background check for employment, How to obtain?
Background checks for employment should be directed to the Clermont
County Sheriff's Office located at 4470 State Route 222 in Batavia,
Ohio. They may be reached by telephone at (513) 732-7500. There may
be a small fee charged.
You may also contact the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and
Investigation (BCI&I). The phone number for BCI&I is (740) 845-2000.
You can also check online court records for Clermont County HERE.
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Camper Parked On Street
If a vehicle parked on any street obstructs traffic flow, or bears
an expired license plate or is unlicensed, the police can speak with
the owner and may issue a warning or citation for the violation. If
this type of problem is observed, please call the police dispatcher
at 732-2231 and request that a police officer investigate.
According to the Township Zoning Officer, if a recreational vehicle
is parked forward of the residential building line, basically the
front of the home, the owner can be cited for a zoning regulation
violation. If this type of problem is observed, please call the
Miami Township Zoning Office at 248-3731 and request that a zoning
inspector investigate.
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Conceal & Carry Info
The Ohio Attorney General: www.ag.state.oh.us
Ohioans for Concealed Carry: www.ohioccw.org
Clermont County Sheriff Office website www.clermontsheriff.org
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Complaint, how to file?
If you wish to file a formal complaint, it will be necessary for you
to follow the complaint process outlined here.
1. Complaints may be made by coming to the office, contacting an
officer in the field, or telephoning the police station.
2. During normal working hours (Mon - Fri 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
your complaint will be directed to a District Commander.
3. If no District Commander is available your complaint will be
directed to an Investigator.
4. If no Investigator is available your complaint will be directed
to any Command Staff Officer.
5. If no Command Staff Officer is available your complaint will be
directed to the Shift Supervisor.
6. Other than routine business hours, you should contact the
appropriate District Commander on the next regular business day.
7. If you do not want to wait, you may file your complaint with the
Shift Supervisor.
8. You will be asked to fill out an Allegation/Inquiry form.
9. Your complaint may be tape recorded.
10. A copy of your complaint will be sent to the Chief of Police and
an investigator will be assigned to investigate your allegation.
11. You will receive a written letter acknowledging the receipt of
your complaint and a time frame for the investigation will be
outlined.
12. If the investigation is going to exceed 14 days, you will
receive a letter with a new time frame given.
13. At the conclusion of the investigation of your complaint you
will receive a letter explaining our findings.
14. Any questions concerning this process should be directed to the
appropriate District Commander.
Intentional allegations of false charges may result in criminal
prosecution.
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Donation to Police Survivors, Considering?
If you're considering a donation to the survivors of fallen Police
Officers we suggest that you consider donating to http://www.ohiocops.com/
C.O.P.S. The Ohio "Concerns of Police Survivors" directly benefits
Ohio police survivors and we understand that may not be the case for
some other organizations.
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Dog Nuisance & Restraint Info?
Dog License, Restraint and Nuisance Information
for Miami Township, Clermont County, Ohio
The Clermont County Humane Society
outlines requirements and suggestions for keeping pets and neighbors
safe and happy. All dogs must be licensed and registered. This is
not only the policy of the Clermont County Humane Society, but it is
a state law. All owners of dogs older than three months of age must
apply for registration each year before January 31st. Registered
dogs must wear a license at all times.
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The Ohio Revised Code 955.22(C) states: No owner, keeper, or
harborer of any dog shall fail at any time to keep it either
physically confined or restrained upon the premises of the owner,
keeper, or harborer by a leash, tether, adequate fence, supervision,
or secure enclosure to prevent escape.
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The Miami Township Resolution 92-5 adopted on April 15, 1992 states:
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of Miami Township finds that the dogs
which habitually and frequently howl, bark or yelp creating
unreasonably loud and disturbing noises of such a character,
intensity and duration as to disturb the peace and quiet of the
Township are a nuisance; and,
WHEREAS, ORC 955.221 gives townships authority to control such
nuisances;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of Miami
Township:
Section 1: No person shall keep or harbor any dog within Miami
Township which by frequent and habitual barking, howling or yelping
creates unreasonably loud and disturbing noises of such a character,
intensity and duration as to disturb the peace and quiet of any
person in the Township. Any person who allows any dog habitually to
remain or be lodged or fed within any dwelling, building, yard or
enclosure, which said person own or occupies, shall be considered to
be harboring such dog.
Section 2. Whoever violates this resolution is guilty of a minor
misdemeanor and can be penalized up to $100.00 fine.
Section 3. This resolution shall became effective April 15, 1992.
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False Alarm Charges, What are they ?
The fine schedule for a false alarm in Miami Township is as follows:
1st - 3rd false alarm .......Free
4th and up ....................$25.00 per run
The false alarm count for your residence/business is set back to
zero the first of every year.
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Fingerprints: How to obtain?
The Miami Township Police Department does not fingerprint individuals needing background checks. Instead, this process is performed at the Miami Township Administration Building, 6101 Meijer Drive. Persons must call 248-3725 in advance for an appointment. There is a $25 fee. Other locations are Clermont County Sheriff's Office (732-7500), Felicity-Franklin Schools (876-2111, Ext. 301), Investigations, Consulting Svcs. (943-1700), New Richmond EV Schools and US Grant Career Center (734-6222).
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Gun Locks, How do I get one free?
Project Home Safe
In an effort to promote and encourage the safe handling and proper
storage of firearms in the home, the Miami Township Police
Department together with the Miami Township Fire/EMS Department will
supply you with two free gun locks. Additional locks are $3.00 each.
Please call ahead to confirm that someone is available on the
specific day you plan to stop by.
Miami Township Police and Fire/EMS,
5900 McPicken Drive, Milford, Ohio 45150
Call the Police Dept. at........ 248-3721
Call the Fire/EMS Dept. at .. 248-3700
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Night Eyes: What are night eyes ?
Nights eyes is a message card left for property owners by police
officers that have made a check of their premises after normal
business hours or overnight.
On the card the officer will indicate if he or she found anything
that might need to be addressed to improve the security of the
premises. The card may also be left to let the property owner know
that the premise was checked by the police and no security
deficiencies were found. Follow up is not required by the premise
owner but is encouraged.
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Office hours, what are they?
STAFF HOURS
M-F 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Closed all other times including holidays
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Police Report/Accident Report: how do I obtain a copy?
Persons requesting a copy may do or in person, via telephone or fax.
There is no charge for report copies up to twenty-five pages.
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Property release, how to obtain property held by the police?
Persons wishing to obtain evidentiary property held by the
department should contact the Property Custodian Diane Slagle or Lt.
Steve Rogers. There may be specific issues related to your property
before the release can occur and you should first call 248-3721 for
the necessary release information.
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Security System Registration. My home/business has a security
system. Do I need to register with the police department and are
there any fees?
No, an alarm permit or registration is not required in Miami
Township. However, there are fines for false alarms. The fine
schedule is as follows:
1st - 3rd false alarm .......Free
4th and up ....................$25.00 per run
The false alarm count for your residence/business is set back to
zero the first of every year.
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Does Miami Township require a “Soliciting Permit” for door-to-door
selling ?
Yes, the solicitor is required to complete an application available from the Miami Township Zoning Office located at 6101 Meijer Drive, Milford, Ohio 45150. In return, the solicitor will receive a photo ID detailing their Name, Company, SSN, expiration date and authorizing signature. The solicitor must display the photo ID.
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Is it appropriate to notify the police if a door-to-door sales
person fails to display a “Soliciting Permit”?
Yes, the police expect to be notified if a solicitor fails to
display an official Miami Township soliciting Photo ID.
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Speed
Trailer, How do I request one for my neighborhood?
The speed trailer is utilized to increase awareness to the motoring
public about their speed. The trailer is designed to operate on any
public roadway and is primarily used in subdivisions and school
zones.
To request a speed trailer in your neighborhood please download and
complete the form below. Then mail, fax or hand deliver the form to
the Miami Township Police, 5900 McPicken Drive, Milford, Ohio 45150
Fax 248-3720
If you wish to speak to someone about utilizing the services of the
speed trailer, please call 248-3721
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S.R.O.: What is a school resource officer?
A School Resource Officer is a MTPD Police Officer assigned to a
High School, Junior High School or Live Oaks Vocational School in
Miami Township. The SRO works full-time at the school during the
school year and most SROs have offices and contact phone numbers at
their schools. The SRO Officer is responsible for handling law
enforcement related issues at the school, supporting school staff,
safety and teaching law related education in classrooms. Officers
provide various lessons to students at the request of staff and
provide MTPD presence at school related events.
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Victim Assistance: What is ?
Victim assistance is a multi level and multi agency approach to
assisting victims of crime in the state of Ohio. Some of the
resources available to you are listed below. Also check with the
Clermont County Prosecutor's Office at (513) 732-7979
Every Miami Township Police Officer has available a packet of victim
assistance information. Don't hesitate to ask an officer if you are
in need of this information.
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Vacation House Check: What is ?
While you are gone the MTPD will check your house. Simply complete
this Vacation House Check
Form on line or this PDF
form and fax, mail or hand
deliver to 5900 McPicken Drive. For details call 248-3721.
Map to MTPD
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Vehicle Release: How to obtain a vehicle release for a towed
vehicle?
You must obtain a written authorization of release from the Miami
Township Police Department before obtaining the vehicle from the
towing/wrecker service. To obtain the written release form you must
complete the vehicle release form available
HERE, provide a photo ID
and proof of ownership (i.e. Title or Memorandum Title). Titles that
are signed over, but not executed through the Bureau of Motor
Vehicles, are not acceptable. Vehicle registration is not acceptable
proof of ownership. Vehicles will only be released to the owner of
the vehicle listed on the title or memorandum title. In summary, you
must have:
Simple Release:
1. Title of Vehicle.
2. Titled Owner must be present with a picture I.D.
Release of vehicle with Holder:
1. Title of Vehicle.
2. Titled Owner must be present with a picture I.D.
3. Court release paper.
Release of Leased Vehicle or release of vehicle to Non Owner:
1 Title of Vehicle.
2. Picture I.D. of person receiving the vehicle.
3. Notarized letter from Leasing Company Officer or Titled Owner
stating: I give permission to the Miami Township Police
Department to release my/our vehicle.
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911 Questions? In an emergency, why does a 911 dispatcher ask so
many questions? Why don’t they just send an officer?
Questions are asked so that the dispatcher and the responding
officers have all the necessary information regarding descriptions
of vehicles/persons involved, any injuries, any weapons used, etc.
This also helps the officers understand the severity of the
situation, how many officers should respond and the priority for
emergency/non-emergency runs.
It is important to note that there is NO DELAY in dispatching an
officer because extra questions are asked. Most often the dispatcher
is not the person to whom you are talking with because there are
typically two people involved in transferring the information to the
responding officers. One person to receive the 911 call and type the
information into the computer, and a second person to conduct radio
dispatch.
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