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1. How to Access Police Services

How to Access Police Services

2. How do I appeal a civil citation?

To appeal a citation please fill out the citation appeal form located on main page and turn it in to the Police Department Administrative Support Specialist. Make sure to have it notarized.

Click here to go to the form.

3. How do I pay for a Civil Citation?

Citations may be paid via cash, check, or money order. Civil Citation payments may be made in person at Town Hall, located at 321 Causeway Drive, Monday- Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm.

If you are mailing your payment, be sure to include a copy of your citation or reference the CC number and remit payments: to Town of Wrightsville Beach, PO Box 626, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480. DO NOT MAIL CASH.

4. Does the Police Department do finger printing?

No. To get your fingerprint card done you may visit the County Court House in downtown Wilmington or the Sheriffs Department.

5. Can the police check on my residence while I am away?

Yes. To sign up for residential checks please submit the Residential Check form to the Police Department front desk. You mail do this by fax, email, mail, or in person.

Residential Security Check

6. Can the police open my car if I have locked my keys inside?

Because of the potential for damage to vehicles, the police department does not open locked vehicles. A locksmith as well as most tow companies and taxi drivers will respond to your location and unlock your vehicle for a fee. If a child is locked inside the vehicle, the police will respond to remove the child from the vehicle.

7. Does the Department sponsor individuals for Basic Law Enforcement Training?

Yes.  The Wrightsville Beach Police Department now has a recruit program that offers a paid sponsorship for individuals to attend Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET).  This paid sponsorship offers the recruit the ability to receive a full time salary with benefits while attending BLET. The recruit will also get the opportunity to work directly with members of the Police Department while in BLET to allow them a chance to gain more intimate knowledge of the agency, town and citizens.  Interested in the recruit program?  To apply for a sponsorship fill out the town application, an F-3 (11/2022), and a general release of information.  All forms can be notarized and turned in at the front desk of the Police Department.

8. Are Golf Carts, UTV's and other Low Speed Vehicles (LSVs) allowed in Wrightsville Beach?