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There are two places where you can get a criminal background check:

1. Greensboro Police Department
2. Guilford County Courthouse

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The Greensboro Police Department’s Family Victims' Unit investigates all cases of domestic violence, sexual assault, and crimes against juveniles, including child abuse, neglect, sexual molestation, abductions, and deaths. Learn more about the investigative unit. 

To reach the Family Victims' Unit Call 336-373-2331.

Report A Crime - You can submit an online request to report a crime. Some examples of crimes are: stolen property (larceny), intentional damage to personal or real property (vandalism), break-ins that are not in progress (burglary), and certain misplaced property (lost property). Once the request has been received for processing, you will receive a phone call, during normal business hours, from the Greensboro Police Department verifying your request. A report will then be generated, and you will be given an incident number.

If you have an emergency, or need to report a runaway or missing person, please dial 911.

For Non-emergencies or to report a hit-and-run traffic accident, please call 373-2222.

Fingerprinting services are offered in the Records Division of Police Headquarters, 100 Police Plaza (320 Federal Place on GPS), during the following days and times only and by appointment only.

Bring a valid photo identification with you. As of January 18, 2022, the cost for public fingerprinting ranges from $10 per card to $15 for each card requested. Payment can be in the form of cash, credit, debit, check, or cashier’s check.

As of April 22, 2024, the hours and availability for fingerprinting services will be changing. Public fingerprinting will now be offered on:

• Tuesdays: First appointment at 9:40 am and last appointment at 4:40 pm.
• Wednesdays: First appointment at 9:40 am and last appointment at 4:40 pm.
• Thursdays: First appointment at 9:40 am and last appointment at 4:40 pm.

Appointments are required and can be scheduled online.

The Greensboro Police Department offers two locations where parents can check the safety of a child's car seat. Learn More

• Availability: Thursdays, 9:30-11:00am by appointment only
• Schedule an appointment: Call Special Operations at 336-373-2216

• Availability: Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm by appointment only
• Schedule an appointment: Call 336-373-4645

To retrieve evidence, you must have a court order or written authorization from the arresting officer or detective in the case. Then, bring a photo ID and the case number to the Evidence Division, 300 S. Swing Rd., on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1-4 pm.

If you are picking up a car, gun, or money, please call in advance at 336-373-2427.

GPD has three collection boxes for unwanted prescription pills or capsules. 

~ Available 24/7 -- 100 Police Plaza in downtown Greensboro

~ Available 8 am to 5 pm Mondays through Fridays
-- 300 S. Swing Rd.
-- 1106 Maple St.   

Please put prescription pills, patches, and capsules in resealable, zippered plastic bags (no loose pills, please). 

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Thank you for your interest in hiring a Greensboro Police officer for Secondary Employment. We are currently changing the way you request an officer to staff your event. If you would like to hire on officer please call Extra Duty Solutions at 336-509-8772 or click on the link below and they will assist you with your request.

Hire an Officer Application

GPD encourages you to use a free online system to help keep track of valuable --- and invaluable --- personal property. Called ReportIt, the system is a free, secure online service that allows you to record an unlimited number of serial numbers, item descriptions, pictures and receipts for valuables.

Begin building your personal property inventory list by registering at on the ReportIt website. 

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Welcome to the City of Greensboro Online Payment System

You can now pay several City of Greensboro bills over a secure website using your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover card. Once your payment is processed, your records will be updated accordingly.

To use this service, you must agree to the User Agreement. Please note that a flat rate convenience fee of $1.00 will be charged to cover additional costs incurred by the City of Greensboro. As of March 21, 2020, the convenience fee has temporarily been waived for water payments due to the coronavirus outbreak.

To start the process, click Pay Your Ticket

The City’s Code of Ordinances requires Greensboro bike owners register their bicycles. Bikes that belong to children under 16 must be registered by parents or legal guardian. The registration process is simple and free. Register online or download this registration form or request one be sent to you by calling the police department at 336-373-2463.

Mail your completed form to:
Bike Registration
Greensboro Police Department
300 S. Swing Road
Greensboro, NC 27409

Or fax it to 336-373-7709

Once your registration form is received, the police will mail you a registration sticker to place on your bike. For more information about registering your bicycle, call 336-373-2463.

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This trespassing program is designed specifically for business parking lots and properties, not residential properties. Apartment complexes are not eligible for this program. 

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To Report a Traffic Concern

At your request, a Greensboro Police Officer will visit your home or business and provide a security assessment to suggest crime prevention tips and highlight areas of possible concern. Officers will check your doors, windows, landscaping, etc., and provide you with recommendations for improving the security of your home or business.

This service is free for people within city limits.

Request an assessment.
     In the Subject Line, type "Security Assessment."
     In the Comment Section, include your full name, address, contact number and the best time to call.

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The Police Department values the opportunity to speak with community groups on safety and crime prevention. We will make every attempt to accommodate your request.

To request an appearance or a speaker from the Greensboro Police Department, please complete this form at least 30 days in advance of your event. Speaker Guidelines

To retrieve a towed car due to arrest or vehicle seizure or violation that warrants towing, bring the vehicle's current registration or title, a photo identification, and $20 (administrative fee) to Police Records, located at Headquarters Building, 100 Police Plaza.

You will then be given a claim ticket and told the location of the towing company where your vehicle is stored. The towing company’s fees are separate and must be paid directly to the company.

Call 336-373-2435 for more information. 

In order to promote a better understanding of its mission and operation, it is the policy of the Greensboro Police Department to permit citizens to ride in police vehicles as a passenger/observer. Riders must be at 18 years old or older. Rider must abide by the conditions of participation and sign this waiver.

To participate, call Watch Operations at 336-373-2496, visit Police Headquarters at 100 East Police Plaza, Greensboro NC, 27402 or fill out our online form.

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Community Watch is an important GPD program that enlists the active participation of Greensboro residents to partner with law enforcement and prevent crime in their communities. Our Community Resource Officers support both neighborhoods and apartment communities in the organization and operations of these groups. Citizens serving as a community watch leaders, block captains, or watch members are vital to the success of the department’s crime prevention goals and goals for community partnerships. Read our detailed Community Watch Guide here: Community Watch- Guide for Leaders

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Greensboro police officers are required to record interactions using their body worn camera when responding to calls for service and conducting proactive policing activities (i.e. vehicle stops). Police are not required to record the entire time they are at work, such as during casual conversations with members of the public. 

NC law regulates who is allowed to watch video recordings made with police body worn cameras. Typically, if you are on the video from an officer’s body worn camera, the law would allow for you to watch the video.

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