It is the goal of the Police Department to work in conjunction with all citizens to make our community a safer place to live and work. In keeping with this goal the Layton Police Department Community Resource Unit offers the following classes as part of their community education program. Contact the Community Resource Unit at 336-3486 or 336-3484 to schedule a class for your group or to receive further information. Please call at least two weeks before you want the presentation and if possible be flexible on the day of the week. The Community Resource Unit offers scheduled tours of the Layton Police Department. The tour will consist of viewing the different areas of the department as well as the police motorcycles and vehicles. Please plan at least two weeks in advance for a tour. To schedule a tour of the Police Department call 801-336-3486.
This class is designed to educate citizens on personal safety. This is not a physical hands-on type of course. Instead, it is designed to show people how to become more aware of their everyday surroundings and lessen the chance of needing to use hands-on defensive tactics.
This class is designed to educate children about "stranger danger." It is geared for children 6-12 years old. This class discusses using the buddy system, potential situations in which strangers may try to harm them, and information on the 911 system.
This class is aimed at educating the community on issues related to domestic violence. This class not only discusses domestic violence laws and the role of police officers; it also gets into the "cycle of violence," and the mindset of offenders and victims.
The focus of this class is to educate people about police officers and the police department in general. It is designed as a career fair or merit badge type of class. It discusses what police officers do, the different divisions within the police department, and various levels of crimes and the associated punishments.
This class is designed to educate area businesses on techniques they can use to reduce the chances of becoming victims of robbery. This class also discusses what to do during and immediately following a robbery. If desired, this class can include a safety assessment of the property to point out any obvious problems and provide possible improvements.
The purpose of this class to educate area businesses on the role they play in preventing underage alcohol use. This class discusses the responsibilities of business owners and employees, as well as applicable alcohol laws and penalties. The class also focuses on why alcohol sales are controlled, how to obtain a beer handlers' permit, tips on verifying age, and the role of the Layton Police Department.
This program includes two classes designed to support the Neighborhood Watch Program. While the program is actually administered by the Layton Community Action Council, the Layton Police Department is responsible for providing initial training. The first class is all about getting started in a Neighborhood Watch Program. It focuses on observation skills and tips for detecting suspicious activity. The second class is designed for groups that are ready to branch out into a mobile neighborhood watch system. This class builds on the start up course, but it also discusses qualifications and requirements, laws, and area crime statistics. When you contact the Community Resource Division for information on starting a neighborhood watch group, we will put you in touch with the appropriate coordinator and they will work with you to set up a training date. For more information, email neighborhoodwatch@laytoncity.org.
These presentations are age-appropriate and are tailored to the attention span and interest of the audience. Young children (Grades K-2) are introduced to the presence of online dangers and the importance of using the Internet with a trusted adult. Older children (Grades 3-6) learn what to watch out for online and how to avoid these dangers. Teens (Middle and High School) are shown the consequences of risky Internet behavior. Adults are taught basic Internet concepts and shown how easy it is for someone to find personal information about their children. They will also receive resources for communicating with children and teenagers about Internet concerns in a positive manner.
The Child ID Kits contain personal information as well as a current image and fingerprints for your child. A digital image is taken and fingerprints are scanned into a computer to produce the final product. The images and the fingerprints taken are NOT kept on file at the Police Department. Once the information is printed the record is erased. The printout of your child’s information should be kept in a safe place and updated yearly. To find out when the next child identification event will be held, contact the Layton Police Department at 801-336-3486.
The crime prevention class discusses ways to protect individuals from becoming victims of crime. Topics include crime prevention through environmental design, protecting your person, house, vehicle and personal information.
The Doctor Shopping/RX Fraud class is geared for medical providers. The purpose of the class is to educate medical providers on the investigative process and procedure involving these cases.
The class was developed for high school aged students. It covers the effects alcohol use has on brain development, alcohol laws, DUI and other negative aspects of underage alcohol use.
The class is geared for high school students. Its purpose is to educate students on aspects of verbal, emotional and physical abuse.
Identity theft is the fasting growing crime in the United States. The class covers the how and why of identity theft and provides citizens with education and tips to protect against identity theft.
Spring is Coming!
During the spring and early summer the Layton Police Code Enforcement Unit sees an increase in the number of code enforcement complaints and cases. In response to this, Layton Police would like to make citizens aware of some of the most common ordinance violations:
Inoperable/Unlicensed Vehicles - All vehicles on the property must be licensed and operable. Any inoperable or unlicensed vehicles must be removed from your property, or stored in a completely enclosed structure. This includes any and all vehicle parts. If vehicles are being restored, a Restoration Permit is required and can be obtained from the Community Development Department.
Soft Surface Parking - All vehicles and trailers must be parked on a hard surface. All parking areas must be permanently maintained with an all weather surface such as concrete, asphalt, or gravel and must be kept free of all vegetation. Parking is not allowed on landscaped areas.
Weed Violations - All weeds on the property must be maintained so they do not exceed 12” in height. This includes the parking strip. All trimmings must be removed from the property.
Outdoor Storage Violations - All solid waste, litter, and discarded/unused items, such as building materials, construction equipment, and vehicle parts must be removed from your property or stored in a completely enclosed structure.
Street/Sidewalk Obstructions -Trees and bushes must be cut and maintained 7’ above the sidewalk and 13’6” above the street. This includes all trees and/or bushes in the parking strip. Additionally, the streets and sidewalks must be kept clear of dirt, landscaping items, and play equipment.
Parking Violations- This includes vehicles parked too far from the curb or facing traffic; vehicles parked across the sidewalk; vehicles parked on the street that are mechanically inoperable or that cannot legally be operated on public streets; recreational vehicles parked on the street for more than 24 hours; semi tractors, with trailers or without, parked in residential areas.
It is the desire of the Police Department to work in conjunction with all citizens to make our community a more attractive and safer place to live and work. By working together we can preserve the beauty of our neighborhoods, protect property values and prevent citizens from being exposed to unhealthy or unsafe conditions. Additional information about City ordinances can be obtained by visiting www.laytoncity.org and selecting the Municipal Code Online option or by contacting Sgt. John Holden at (801) 336-3484.
Layton City Police Department is committed to Teen Education. This spring, officers from the department’s Community Resource Unit will be teaching Teen Alcohol Prevention classes at Northridge High, Layton High, Layton Christian Academy and the Northern Utah Academy of Math Engineering and Science. The class covers the negative effects alcohol has on a teen’s developing brain, alcohol laws, addiction and the numerous hazards associated with binge drinking. Classes begin on March 1, and are scheduled through the end of May.
This year’s classes on Teen Alcohol Prevention are in keeping with our ongoing commitment to teen education. In 2008 Community Resource Officers taught classes to over 1200 students on Crime Prevention. In 2009 classes were taught to over 1300 students on Dating Violence. Layton City Police Department is committed to making Layton City a safer place for teens to live, work and go to school.
If you are a member or sponsor of a teen organization these classes are available upon request. Please contact the Community Resource Unit at (801) 336-3484.