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1. Where is the St. Anthony Police Department located?

3301 Silver Lake Road NE
St. Anthony, MN 55418
612-782-3350
After business hours contact:
Hennepin County Sheriff’s Dispatch at 952-258-5321

2. What hours are the Police Department offices open?

Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
After hours, use the phone in the police entrance and Hennepin County Dispatch will have an officer stop in the office for assistance.

3. When should I call 911?

Whenever a response from police is needed call 911. This is true for all responses, even non-emergencies. The dispatch facility for St. Anthony is the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office. NOTE: Because of recent improvements in technology, you will not hear any ringing, clicking, or other sounds to indicate that your 911 call has been completed. Please be patient through the period of silence and the dispatcher will answer your call.

4. How do I obtain a copy of a police report?

Per the fee schedule and data practice laws, the St. Anthony Police Department can provide a copy of individual police reports; a computer generated statistical report, or copies of photographs and CD’s.
Copies of police reports classified as “public” can be obtained in person during office hours or through the mail by sending a request, with payment, and a self-addressed stamped envelope (SASE), to the St. Anthony Police Department. For faster service, please indicate date of incident, case number, location, and name of involved party.

5. What does it cost to obtain copies of police data?

See below for fee schedule. Payment is due in advance, with checks made out to the “City of St. Anthony.” A single payment cannot be made to cover the cost of ongoing requests. Requests for a large number of reports or photographs may require extra processing time. Call 612-782-3350 for more information.

- FEE SCHEDULE -
Incident or Accident Report-.25 a page
Mail Requests-Same as above, plus SASE
Computer Generated Report-.25 a page
Handgun Permit to Purchase-No Charge
Handgun permit to Carry-Obtained thru Hennepin or Ramsey Co Sheriff’s Office (county of residence)
Color Photograph Reprints-.25 a page
Digital Photos (CD)-$3.00
Video or Audio Tape Copy-$25.00

6. What do I do about an animal problem?

The St. Anthony Community Service Officer and Patrol Officers respond to complaints, or concerns, involving animals. Dial 9-1-1 to speak with an officer about a problem. Found pets are impounded at Pet Central, 2700 Central Avenue NE, 612-781-6941. To report a lost pet, please call the St. Anthony Police Department during business hours at 612-782-3350. After business hours contact Hennepin County Dispatch at 952-258-5321. The police department keeps a log of all lost/found animals in an attempt to connect owners with their pets prior to having to impound the animal. It is a violation of St. Anthony City Ordinance for dogs and cats to roam at large and owners can be cited.

7. Do I need to license my pet?

No. Effective January 1, 2017, the City of St. Anthony does not require licensing of pets.

8. Does the City have a noise ordinance?

Yes. Loud, unnecessary or unusual noise that disturbs, injures, or endangers the comfort, repose, health, peace, or safety of others is a violation. If a violation occurs and it is impractical to contact the noise originator, contact the police via 911.

9. Do door-to-door peddlers need a license in St. Anthony?

Yes, we require door-to-door sales person(s) register with the City of St. Anthony. However, this does not require people that are not conducting any sales to register with the City. If you have any concerns about a registered or non-registered solicitor, call the police via 911.

10. What can I do if I see an abandoned vehicle in my area?

Abandoned or junked vehicle complaints are handled on a case by case basis. Report the information to the police via 911 and they will have an officer investigate the situation.

11. What are the Parking Regulations?

Residents are not allowed to park on ANY city street for a period of 48 hours, beginning immediately after two (2) inches or more of continuous snow fall or until the snow removal has been completed curb to curb.

St. Anthony City Ordinance also limits on-street parking to 24 hours. If a violation is observed, contact police via 911 and an officer will investigate the vehicle and chalk the tires if necessary.

12. What if I need to park on the street over 24 hours?

Those wishing to park on the street over the 24 hour limit must notify the police department at 612-782-3350. You will be asked to provide the license plate number, location, the reason you need to park on the street, your name and phone number. Some of the reasons of which you may receive permission to park on the street include: driveway seal coating and other temporary situations that arise which prevent you from using your driveway (remodeling, construction, company etc.), overnight guests when cars will not fit in your driveway, etc.

13. If I am involved in a car accident, do I need to call the police?

You need to contact the police department if a personal injury is involved, or there is public property damaged in the accident. Police do not have to be contacted for minor property damage accidents. However, if you feel that an officer’s presence is desirable, please call 911 and explain the situation to the dispatcher. It is required that you file a report with the State of Minnesota if the total damage between both vehicles exceeds $1,000. These report forms are available at any local police department or on-line with the Department of Motor Vehicles at: http://www.dps.state.mn.us/dvs/PDFForms/FormFrame.htm

14. What are the requirements to receive a handgun PURCHASE permit?

To apply for a permit to purchase a handgun you must:
•Be a resident of St. Anthony or Lauderdale
•Be at least 18 years old
•Fill out the appropriate paperwork; and
•Pass all the background checks run on you as required by Minnesota State Statutes.
For a permit to CARRY you must contact the sheriff’s office in your county of residence.

https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/bca/bca-divisions/administrative/Documents/Permit-to-Purchase-Transfer-Application.pdf

If you reside in St. Anthony or Lauderdale, please complete the attached form.  We request that you initial each bullet pointed item to acknowledge that you have read the requirements.  Return the completed form in person or email to sapdrecords@savmn.com.  Once the background check is completed, we will need to see your driver’s license (to confirm your address) and either your passport or birth certificate.  If you have any questions contact our office at 612-782-3350 during business hours.

15. Can I get fingerprinted at the police department?

The St. Anthony Police Department does not offer this service.

16. What are the curfew laws?

HENNEPIN COUNTY (All of St. Anthony)
Under 12
Home by 9 p.m. Sunday – Thursday
Home by 10 p.m. Friday – Saturday
Ages 12-14
Home by 10 p.m. Sunday – Thursday
Home by 11 p.m. Friday – Saturday
Ages 15-17
Home by 11 p.m. Sunday – Thursday
Home by 12 a.m. Friday – Saturday

RAMSEY COUNTY’
Under age 16
Home by 10 p.m. until 5 a.m. Any Day
Ages 16-17
Home by 12 a.m. until 5 a.m. Any Day

17. Can I request a St. Anthony Police Department Patch?

The St. Anthony Police Department will no longer distribute police patches to patch collectors. Patches are official symbols of the Department, paid for by taxpayers. The cost of patches, postage and time are prohibitive. For these reasons, we are unable to honor requests for shoulder patches.

18. Do you distribute police patches to collectors?

The St. Anthony Police Department no longer distributes police patches to patch collectors.  Patches are official symbols of the Department, paid for by taxpayers.  The cost of patches, postage, and time are prohibitive.  For these reasons, we are unable to honor requests for shoulder patches.