Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I want to call the police department after business hours and I get an automated answering system. How can I talk to a live person?
A: By pressing (0) zero, you will be directed to the dispatch center. If you choose to do so, you can dial the dispatch center direct by calling 474-6386.
Q: I know the officer I need to talk to, what extension can I dial to leave a voicemail?
A: Here is a list of available extensions:

122 Admin. Asst. Kathy Farnum
123 Chief Emmons
124 Dep. Chief Bonneau
127 Detective Sgt. Summers
129 Sergeant Cummings
130 Sergeant Bigger
170 Officer Hooper
 176 Officer Tims
172 Officer Brown
173 Officer Guilmette
174 Officer Toulouse
175 Officer Daigneault
184 Officer Williams
178 Officer D. Gordon
 171 Officer Gallagher
179 Officer Gayne
131 Officer Blodgett
182 Officer Smart
183 Officer Oliver
185 Officer Buzzell
186 Officer Avery

If you aren't sure which officer you need to talk to the general voice mail box is extension #126.
Q: I am at the police department after normal business hours and there is no one here. How do I get an officer?
A: If you look to the right of the door near the fire escape, you will see a stainless steel box with a push button. Press the button and you will be connected to the dispatch center via telephone. Let the person that answers know that you need to see an officer and one will be dispatched.
Q: How do find a list of all Maine State Laws?
A: By going to the State of Maine website you will find a search engine that will allow you to search Maine state laws by entering text. For instance if you are looking for information on seat belt violations, simply put "seat belt" (without using the quotation marks) in the text field and press search.
Q: How can I check to see if someone has a criminal history?
A: The Maine State Police maintain that information. It falls under the jurisdiction of the State Bureau of Identification. You can access their website here or they can be reached by calling (207) 624-7240. The office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. There is a fee for this service.
Q: I am new to the area and I am becoming a resident. How long can I legally drive on my out of state license and my out of state registration?
A: (Drivers License) In accordance with Title 29-A §1251. Any non-resident who becomes a resident of the State of Maine commits a traffic infraction if you are a resident and have been a resident greater than (30) thirty days but less than (60) days and you have not transferred to a Maine license. A violation of more than (60) days is a class "E" misdemeanor criminal offense.

(Vehicle Registration) In accordance with Title 29A § 351, an owner of a vehicle who becomes a resident of this State shall register that vehicle in this State within 30 days of establishing residency. A person who operates or allows a vehicle that is not registered in accordance with this subsection to remain on a public way commits:

A) A traffic infraction for which a fine of not more than $50 may be adjudged if more than 30 days but less than 150 days has elapsed since establishing residency; or

B) A Class E crime if more than 150 days have elapsed since establishing residency.
Q: I need to speak to an officer about my case but I can't remember his/her name. How do I find out who the officer is?
A: By calling (207) 474-6908 during the day and dialing extension 122 we can look up your report by name or date and help you find the information you need.
Q: How can I get a copy of an accident report?
A: All accident reports are now computer generated. Officers typically have the reports ready within two or three days, however, to save you time and trouble, you should call the same numbers provided in the paragraph above and we will tell you if your report is complete. There is a $10.00 fee for the first page and $1.00 per page thereafter for all accident reports.
Q: I was recently charged with a criminal offense and want a copy of the police report. Who do I ask for that?
A: Because the matter is pending prosecution, we are unable to satisfy your request to furnish the report. The proper channel to retrieve a copy of the report would be through the Office of the District Attorney. You can call the Local District Attorney's Office in Skowhegan at (207) 474-2423 for more information.
Q: I have heard that there is a registered sex offender in my area. How can I confirm if this is true?
A: There are a couple of ways you can confirm this.

1) By going to http://www.maine.gov/sor and follow the prompts or

2) Each department has a designated officer for tracking sex offenders. Officer Ronnie Blodgett is the designated officer for the Skowhegan Police Department.
Q: I need to download some forms, what forms are available on this site?
A: You can access many commonly used forms on our downloadable forms page.
Q: I see signs up around town on lawns that read "Please Check Your Speed". How can I get one of these signs?
A: These signs are part of the "Keep Kids Alive, Drive 25" campaign and were purchased by the Skowhegan Police Department. In order to receive a sign you must be a Skowhegan resident and they are available only while supplies last. If you would like more information on this program visit the web site by going to the official "Keep Kids Alive, Drive 25" website.
Q: I heard about a Citizens Radar Program where I can sign out radar unit to check the speed of vehicles in my neighborhood. How can I take part in this program?
A: In order to qualify you must:

1) Reside in Skowhegan and have a valid Maine Drivers License (indicating a Skowhegan address)

2) Be at least 21 years of age

3) Not have any prior criminal convictions, driver license suspensions, or three or more traffic convictions within the past three years (subject to department discretion).

4) Complete a one hour training session at the Skowhegan Police Department on how to operate police radar equipment.

Once the training is completed, the citizen will be invited to sign out radar equipment and monitor speeds in the neighborhood. The citizen will record speed, time and the corresponding license plate number. Once this information is provided to the police department, a warning, in the form of a letter, will be mailed to the registered owner of the vehicle.