PATROL DIVISION

The Patrol Division of the Ozark Police Department provides twenty-four (24) hour service to the citizens of Ozark, seven (7) days per week.  The division is comprised of three (3) eight (8) hour shifts which are supervised by a shift Lieutenant and Sergeant.  This division is responsible for all first line calls which include criminal complaints, assistance calls, traffic crashes and other police related services.  This division is also responsible for all traffic related services.                                                                                         

The Patrol Division utilizes marked and unmarked police units equipped with speed detection devices, video recording devices and other state of the art communication devices.  Officers are responsible for responding to services calls in the City Limits as well as the police jurisdiction which encompasses some 130 miles.

Capt. Tim Hicks

334-774-2644

thicks@ozarkalabama.us

  Safety Tips for the Public

   If your vehicle breaks down here are some helpful hints:

     Signal, slow down gradually and pull over to the shoulder of the road or highway

     Switch on emergency flashers

     Call or wait for assistance

      Never stand directly behind or in front of your vehicle due to other traffic passing by not   
      paying attention and possibly striking your vehicle

If a law enforcement officer pulls you over:

    Pull slowly and carefully off to the right shoulder of the road or closest shoulder

     At night, turn on your interior light if possible or stop in a well lit area

     If not stopping immediately, signal the officer of your intentions to comply

     Always remain in your vehicle unless otherwise instructed by the officer