Dial 911 anytime you need an Officer for any reason. The Clyde Hill Police Department does not have its own dispatching center at the station. Clyde Hill contracts dispatching from an outside agency. If it is a parking complaint, barking dog nuisance, abandoned vehicle or major emergency, call 911! Your 911 call is received by a professionally trained Call Receiver. The caller's information comes up on a screen and includes the caller's phone number, address and the name of the billing party at that number/address. (Call receivers will need to confirm the information because it is not always accurate.) If you call from a cellular phone, you will need to provide your location and telephone number because that information is not currently available. The Call Receiver will then enter the information into a Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system and the Dispatcher will then send the appropriate emergency units. The Call Receiver and Dispatcher work simultaneously so there is no delay in sending the help that you need!

How do I use 911?

• At a business or other location you may need an outside line to dial 911.
• At a pay telephone, dialing 911 does not require a coin.
• When using a cellular phone, you must specify that you are using such and be prepared to give your location, including city or town. (Very important as 911 directly connects you with Washington State Patrol's dispatch and they will need your exact location in order to connect you with the agency closest to you.)
• To access TTY or TDD (Telephone Device for the Deaf), press the space bar until a response is received.

The Clyde Hill Police Department will fingerprint residents of the city of Clyde Hill and the town Yarrow Point with the exception of juvenile and INS applicants. Fingerprints are taken by appointment only, so please call (425) 454-7187 for an appointment. Please bring current identification and a check or cash for $6.00 per card.

For information on other fingerprinting services on the eastside please call our office.

How do I apply for a license to carry a concealed weapon?

To be eligible to apply for a Washington State Concealed Pistol License (CPL) with the CLYDE HILL POLICE DEPARTMENT, you must be at least 21 years of age, be a U.S. Citizen, and reside with the City limits of Clyde Hill or Town limits of Yarrow Point.

The fees for CPLs are:

• New Application - $60.00
• Renewal (90-0 days before expiration) - $32.00
• Late Renewal (0-90 days after expiration) - $42.00
• Replacement (if lost or stolen) - $10.00

If you are applying for a new CPL, you may pick up an application at the CLYDE HILL POLICE DEPARTMENT anytime of the day. You may also schedule your fingerprint appointment (see times listed above.)

How do I get a copy of a police report?

The CLYDE HILL POLICE DEPARTMENT provides involved parties copies of police reports and traffic accident reports for incidents that occurred within the City limits of Clyde Hill or Town limits of Yarrow Point, and that the Department has investigated.

How to obtain a copy of a case:

• Bring a written request, including case number (if possible) and date of incident, to our office.
• The fee for copies is 15¢ a page. Reports are usually between 2-6 pages depending on the type of case.

Washington State Law and the CLYDE HILL POLICE DEPARTMENT regulate who may receive copies of cases. In some instances, your copy may be edited to withhold certain information pending disposition of the case, or for other reasons.

Are solicitor's required to carry a permit?

Non-profit (i.e. political canvassers, religious organizations) organizations are not required to obtain a permit, however, they are required to submit an Application for Exemption from Solicitor's Permit (see Clyde Hill Municpal Code 5.16.020 Peddler's Permit Exemptions). Solicitor's selling products or services are required to obtain a permit and display it at request. The fee for the Solicitor's Permit is $15 and non-refundable. A background check will be performed.

Should I call the Police Department to make an animal complaint or to report a found or missing animal?

In general no, The city receives animal control services from King County Animal Control. Please call them at (206) 296-PETS or go to http://www.metrokc.gov/lars/animal/services/field.htm and click on Animal Control Report of Complaint or Problem form.

In exigent situations where an animal poses an immediate threat or creates a dangerous situation, please call 911 immediately.

Should I call the Police Department on a barking dog complaint?

During late night or early morning hours you can request Police response to attempt to contact the owner to stop the immediate problem. However, for persistent issues, the Police Department does not investigate or forward complaint information to King County Animal Control (KCAC). KCAC requires the citizen complainant to document the date and time of these reoccurring events and to contact them directly at 206-296-PETS or go to http://www.metrokc.gov/lars/animal/services/field.htm.

Should I bring a found animal to the Police Station?

The Police Department does not have the facilities that meet state requirements to hold stray animals. Animals taken to the Police Department will not be accepted by staff.

How can I tell if I live within the City limits of Clyde Hill?

Generally speaking, Clyde Hill sits between 84th Avenue NE and 98th Avenue NE (East/West), and between NE 12th Street and NE 32nd Street (North/South). So, house numbers lower than 84XX or 12XX are outside of Clyde Hill. The same is true for most house numbers higher than 97XX and 32XX.

For specific questions regarding what police jurisdiction you reside in please contact our office or consult the map below.

Map of Clyde Hill City Limits