Frequently Asked Questions

This page features a number of common frequently asked questions we receive at the Oldham County Police Department.  If you have a question and cannot find the answer to it on this page, please feel free to contact us for the answer by clicking here 

 

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  1. What should I do if I have misplace a traffic citation ?

  2. Does the Oldham County Police Department have a "ride along" program ?

  3. How can I report suspected criminal or traffic information  ?

  4. How can I obtain a copy of an accident report?

  5. How can I obtain an application to become a Oldham County Police Officer?

  6. What are the minimum requirements to become a Oldham County Police Officer?

  7. What should I do when stopped by the police?

  8. Mopeds, Go Carts and Scooters

  9. Return to HOME page.

Misplaced traffic citation:

Contact the Oldham County Circuit Clerk's Office at (502) 222-0522.

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Ride-along program:

The Oldham County Police Department does offer a ride along program for students receiving college credit hours.

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Reporting Criminal/Traffic Violation Activity:

If you have information regarding criminal or traffic activity that is of a NON-EMERGENCY nature, please contact Oldham County Central Dispatch at (502) 222-0111.

If you have information regarding criminal or traffic activity that is of an EMERGENCY nature, please call 911.

If you have information and you would like to remain confidential click  here.  All information is confidential. 

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How can I obtain a copy of an accident report ?

An authorized person may obtain a copy of their collision report form the Oldham County Police Department by clicking on this link and the report will be forwarded at no charge via the Internet, or a written request by mail to:
 

Oldham County Police Department
Records Sections
1855 North Highway 393
LaGrange, Kentucky 40031

Please allow 5 business days after the occurrence. 

The cost of the report is $3.00.

Persons authorized to receive copies of an accident collision report per Kentucky Revised Statue 189.635 include:

    1. Involved Person
    2. Parents of Involved Juveniles
    3. Insurance companies of Involved Persons
    4. Attorneys of Involved Persons 

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Obtaining a Police Application:

Applications may be picked up at the Oldham County Police Department Monday - Friday, between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM or by clicking on this link.

Click here to view our employment information.

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What are the minimum Requirements to be a Oldham County Police Officer ?

Applicants must be able to bench press 64 percent of their body weight, complete 18 sit-ups within one minute, finish a 300-meter run in 65 seconds, perform 20 push-ups and run 1.5 miles within 17 minutes and 12 seconds.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, be at least 21 years of age, have obtained a high school diploma or its equivalent, possess a valid driver's license, submit fingerprints for a criminal background check, not convicted of a felony offense, not prohibited by federal or state law from possessing a firearm, have read the Code of Ethics, and have not received a dishonorable discharge or general discharge under other than honorable conditions.

Applicants also must not have not had certification as a peace officer permanently revoked in another state, have a medical examination, have a background investigation, be interviewed by the Oldham County Police Department, take a written suitability screener, pass a drug screen test and take a polygraph examination.

Applicants must be willing to establish residency in Oldham County before being appointed to permanent status.

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What to do when stopped by the police:

Take the following steps to make a traffic stop less stressful for both you and the police officer:

  • Pull the vehicle off the road.

  • Remain calm.  Do not be argumentative with the officer.

  • Remain in your vehicle unless ordered out.

  • Turn off your radio and cellular phone.

  • Turn on your flasher lights.

  • Keep both hands on the steering wheel in the 10 and 2 o'clock position.

  • Roll down the drivers's side window.

  • Comply with the officer's requests.

  • Tell the officer what you want to do before doing anything.

  • Tell the officer where your license and registration are before retrieving them.

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