Q: Is discharging a firearm in the township legal?
A: Yes, discharging a firearm in the township is legal as long as it is done in a safe manner and during a reasonable time. It is very important to have an appropriate backstop.
Q: Is there a noise ordinance in the township?
A: The township does not have a noise ordinance. In the event there are noises that are alleged to be public nuisances such as a dog barking, a loud party or off road vehicles, the officer will make a determination as to whether it constitutes a violation bearing in mind the necessity, frequency, duration, reasonableness, locality, time of occurrence and noise level.
Agriculture and Business Exemptions
This shall not apply to noises caused by a farm or business operation that are carried on in an area properly zoned for that activity, providing the activity causing the noise is necessary to farm or business operations.
Q: Where can you make a traffic complaint or request the speed trailer?
A: Speed trailer requests and traffic complaints can be submitted through:
Police Services tab
Speed Trailer requests and Traffic Complaints
Q: Does the Clearcreek Township Police Department offer fingerprinting?
A: We offer Web Check fingerprinting through FBI and BCI. All information is provided in the Police Services tab under Fingerprinting.
Q: Are solicitors/transient vendors permitted to sell goods or services in the township?
A: Yes, solicitors/transient vendors are permitted to sell goods and services as long as they have obtained a permit through the Clearcreek Township Police Department. Permits are kept on file at the Clearcreek Township building.
Q: How do I file a commendation for or a complaint against a police officer?
A: Contact any supervisor on the “Contact an Officer” page.