The mission of the West New York Police Department is to provide the highest degree of safety, security and quality of life to our citizens through the diligent efforts of a team of well trained, courageous, ethical, and highly dedicated Police Officers. This Department is committed to upholding and enforcing the principles and values embodied in the constitution of the United States and the Laws of our Country, State and Municipality.
The Town of West New York, incorporated in 1898, is located in Hudson county, New Jersey. West New York has a population of approximately 50,000 and a land area of approximately one square mile. The West New York Police Department is tasked with keeping one of the most densely populated towns in the country safe. In the early beginnings of the town, the embroidery industry was a vital economic force that drove the town to prosper. As times changed and the embroidery industry departed, West New York became known for its Shopping District and the development of the waterfront community which attracted many new residents due to its close proximity to New York City.
As the town continues to develop and grow, the West New York Police Department is committed to keeping its community safe.
The West New York Police Department currently consists of approximately 125 officers and 14 civilians.
Fingerprints can be taken at the West New York Licensing Bureau (Town Hall- Room 26)
Fingerprints can be taken Mon through Friday and must be scheduled, Please contact the Licensing Bureau at (201)-295-5040 to schedule an appointment.
To obtain a liquor license you must contact the West New York Licensing Bureau at (201)-295-5040 for further information.
To own a gun in New Jersey (NJ), you must complete paperwork and submit a background check. If you intend to buy a rifle or a shotgun, the process is similar no matter where you apply. If you intend to purchase and/or carry a handgun, however, you will need some additional paperwork.
Refer to the New Jersey state police website for details on the procedure to obtain a gun permit or you can call 201-295-5022 for further information.
Police reports can be obtained in person at the West New York Police Records Bureau located at:
428 60th St. – Tyler Pl.
West New York, NJ 07093.
The West New York Department Records Bureau hours of operation are Tuesday through Friday, from 9:00am to 3:30pm, excluding national holidays.
To obtain police reports from the West New York Police Department, you must visit the Records Division in person.
The cost of a police report is currently $5 (Cash or money orders accepted).
Please contact Records Bureau at 201-295-5022 if you require any further information.
Please contact the West New York Police Department Traffic Division at (201) 295-5025 Mon-Fri 8:00 am-4:00 pm to report any motor vehicle that appears to have been abandoned in our neighborhood.
Please call the West New York Police Department dispatch center at (201) 295-5000 to report any noise complaint that may be occurring in your neighborhood.
Please call the West New York Police Department dispatch center at (201) 295-5000 to report any noise complaint that may be occurring in your neighborhood. You may also call the Township of West New York Health Department at (201) 295-5070 to report an animal nuisance.
Please call the West New York Police Department dispatch center at (201) 295-5000 to report any noise complaint that may be occurring in your neighborhood.
Please contact the West New York Police Department Detective Division at (201)-295-5011 to report any criminal activity that you may have witnessed in the past. You may report this incident anonymously. If you see a criminal incident occurring, please contact the West New York Police Department dispatch center at (201) 295-5000 or dial 9-1-1!
Please contact the West New York Police Department Traffic Division during regular business hours to report any habitual incidents of speeding down residential streets. If there is an aggressive driver creating an immediate threat or nuisance you should contact the West New York Police Department dispatch center at (201) 295-5000. Please try and document any information on the vehicle in question including license plate number, state of registration, color, make, model, and driver description.
When you want to say thank you for a job well done by a police officer or other employee of the West New York Police Department, you can fill out the officer commendation form online or visit or call the West New York Police Department during regular business hours and ask to speak to a supervisor. You can also write a letter or print and fill out our officer commendation form and mail it to the West New York Police Department, 428 60th St, West New York, New Jersey, 07093. Please try to remember the name of the employee or officer, the date of the occurrence, and the circumstances of how your were assisted. The incident will be reviewed and the police officer or employee could receive an award or letter of commendation.
If there is a dog or any other animal in your neighborhood that you believe may pose an imminent threat, please call the West New York Police Department dispatch center at (201) 295-5000 immediately.
An individual who has temporarily lost the use of one or more limbs, is temporarily disabled as to be unable to ambulate without the aid of an assisting device, or had their mobility otherwise temporarily limited as certified by a physician, may be eligible for a temporary handicapped parking permit. To be eligible for a temporary handicap parking permit, the applicant must obtain an application (ISM/SS-68) from the West New York Police Department Traffic Bureau.
It is recommended that the application be picked up in person by the applicant. The applicant must have their physician certify the application. The application MUST be completed by a licensed physician or it will not be accepted. Return the completed application to the Police Traffic Bureau along with a $4.00 money order to begin the application process. For more information, please contact the West New York Police Department Traffic Bureau at (201) 295-5025. Please note that permanent handicapped parking placards may only be obtained through the New Jersey State Motor Vehicle Commission.
Tickets can be paid in person or online through the West New York Violations Bureau. The Violations Bureau is located on the Second Floor of the West New York Town Hall . The address for Town Hall building is:
428 60th st
West New York, New Jersey, 07093
201-295-5195
BUSINES HOURS: MONDAY-FRIDAY 9AM-4:30PM
TUESDAY HAS EXTENDED HOURS 9AM-7PM
Most tickets can be paid on-line through the New Jersey State Municipal Courts Direct website.
NJMC DIRECT- – the fast, secure and convenient way to access your traffic ticket information online.
The West New York Police Department currently has 125 sworn law enforcement officers.
We receive many requests from patch collectors to obtain one of our police uniform patches. Due to the limited resources of uniform patches, as well as security concerns, the West New York Police Department is currently unable to honor any patch requests at this time. We appreciate your interest in the West New York Police Department and apologize for this inconvenience.
The West New York Police Department is a civil service employer and is governed by rules set forth by the New Jersey Department of Personnel. As a result, we select candidates from eligibility lists that are supplied to us by the State of New Jersey. Township residents wishing to pursue a career with the West New York Police Department must obtain a Law Enforcement Exam (LEE) test application through the New Jersey Department of Personnel (NJDOP). For more information visit our employment section.
Only dial 911 when there is a life or death emergency that requires the immediate response of emergency services such as police, fire or emergency medical services. All 911 calls are received by emergency 911 operators who are trained to screen calls quickly and efficiently. When there is a situation that requires police response but is not an emergency, use 201-295-5000
Residents of the Town of West New York who wish to pursue a career as a Telecommunications Operator for the West New York Police Department can contact the West New York Department of Public Safety for more information. The Department of Public Safety is located at Town Hall.
Rank or Title and Name of Police Department Member and badge # if known
West New York Police Department
428 60th st, West New York, NJ 07093
Please note that on Thursday, July 4th, several streets will be closed in West New York and other municipalities within Hudson County. Kindly factor this into your travel arrangements to avoid any inconvenience.
Thank you for your understanding and safe travels!
The office of the Mayor has designated multiple locations as cooling centers:
-430 62nd St
-6100 Adams St
-6300 Adams Street
-5800 Jefferson Street
-515 54th Street
All cooling centers will be open from 8:00AM to 8:00PM.
Call 911 for any medical emergency. For non-emergency health related information, please call (201) 295-5070.
