A message from the Chief

The Hollister Police Department is always looking for ways to better utilize our resources and improve service to the community. With this in mind, we have developed a system that allows citizens to report certain crimes without the aid of a Police Officer.

Beginning Saturday, August 24th, 2003, incident reports can be downloaded on-line from our Web site, submitted in person, fax, or by mail. Historically, officers spend a significant amount of time taking reports on crimes that have little chance of being solved.

Nevertheless, it is important that the information be collected. This new capability will allow our officers to become more proactive in preventing crime and apprehending criminals.

To learn more about citizen crime reporting, start with our FAQ section. We look forward to your comments and feedback on this program.

For information on the following, please refer to our FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) section:

Abandoned Vehicles

Vehicle Releases

VIN Verifications

Parking Citation Information

Police Report Copies

Property Releases

Fingerprinting

Graffitti Hotline

Directions to the Police Department Headquarters

Hollister Police Department's New Public Hours

HOLLISTER , CALIFORNIA – January 22, 2007:   In accordance with the resolution adopted by the Hollister City Council on January 16, 2007, the Hollister Police Department is adjusting its public hours.

Effective Monday, January 29, 2007 the public lobby and telephone hours will be 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.   Police reports and vehicle releases must be requested before 3:30 p.m.   The office will be closed on weekends and holidays.

This adjustment will enable the Police Department's Records Bureau to process paperwork, compile statistics, and prepare reports as required by law, while working with limited resources.   The Police Department regrets any inconvenience caused by this change.

Jeff Miller , Chief of Police