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We have a neighborhood mobile watch program. Here's how it works.
| You and a friend (or spouse) pick a time to drive around the
neighborhood in a car with doors locked and
windows rolled up. If you see anything amiss, you call the police on the cell
phone that is provided you. You never confront anyone, and never get out of the
car. It's safe, a lot of
fun, a small time commitment, and it has reduced crime by 30% in neighborhoods
that have implemented it! You are also provided with a radar gun you can
use to get the license plate numbers of speeding vehicles (the police will send
them a letter of warning). While you're out, stop by 7-11 because they
have agreed to donate FREE drinks to all mobile watch volunteers! WE NEED YOU!!!
Anyone over 18 can participate. If you don't have a friend or spouse to
patrol with, that's ok we still need you. Students, renters, and owners are all welcome. To become involved, please
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Michael Kennard
Day phone: 422-2812
Evening phone: 377-5918
Email: mspam@byu.edu
The Police Department provides mobile watch training sessions every month at the police department (300 west and Center Street).
Here are a few more details:
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You must be 18 or older to participate.
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You
must agree to a background check. |
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You must go in groups of 2 or more.
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You have no police authority or immunity. You cannot arrest people
or chase people. |
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You cannot carry a weapon.
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You must never confront anyone.
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There
are 4 training sessions. You must complete 3 training sessions
before you can start patrolling. |
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Before
you can patrol, you
must complete a ride-along with a police officer, and a sit-along with the
dispatcher. You must also ride along with a trained mobile watch
couple. |
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